2008 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2008 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 77 L |
