2007 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
