2009 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
