2007 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |