2008 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |