2006 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
