2009 BMW 120 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
