2007 BMW 116 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
