2005 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
