2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Magnum | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
