2009 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (239 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 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 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |
