2009 BMW 125 vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 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 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 125 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1525 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
