2009 BMW 120 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
