2007 BMW 750 vs. 1977 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1977 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
