2009 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
