2007 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 695 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 M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1977 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
