2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti FX.
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 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | FX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
