2007 BMW 130 vs. 1975 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1975 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
