2006 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
