2008 BMW 118 vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
