1987 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 750 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |