2005 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1996 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
