2009 BMW 128 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 77 L |
