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BMW 525i vs. RX-7 Showdown: Classic Cars Driving Experience & Car Culture Debate

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Term

German sedan

German sedans are cars made in Germany that are designed to be sturdy and comfortable. They often have a reputation for being high-quality and serious vehicles.

Car

Mazda Rx7

The Mazda RX-7 is a sports car that is very light and easy to handle, making it enjoyable to drive around corners.

LIVE

I think.

Yeah, definitely.

These BMWs.

Well, they don't call it, yeah.

It was definitely, oh, go ahead.

Well, it was definitely like, I come from the RX-7, which

was like this light and fleet and possible fun car.

And then I go to this very sturdy, serious German sedan.

And you can still have fun in it,

but it wasn't fun in the way that the RX-7, like the RX-7,

was like, you could toss it into any curve or turn,

and you knew you were going to be OK.

The BMW was like, it just flattened out every turn.

I don't know, it felt so much heavier or something.

It was fun.

It was just serious fun.

Right, yeah, serious fun.

I think we can all agree on that.

Yeah.

About this episode

A lively debate unfolds as two hosts compare the driving experiences of the BMW 525i and the RX-7. The RX-7 is praised for its lightweight agility and playful handling, making it a joy to toss into corners. In contrast, the BMW 525i offers a more substantial and serious driving experience, flattening out turns with its solid build. The discussion highlights the distinct character of each car, showcasing how they cater to different aspects of driving enjoyment and car culture.

German sedan

Mazda RX-7

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In this clip from our the full episode, Mazda USA’s Jon Leverett invites car enthusiasts into a head-to-head car debate between two beloved cars: his 1988 Mazda RX-7 and a classy 2001 BMW 525i sedan. Experience the thrill of stick-shift versus automatic, get under-the-hood automotive technology insights, and hear how growing up in a Rotary family fueled Jon’s vintage-era automotive adventures. Perfect for fans of classic cars, sports cars, driving lifestyle, automotive culture, and car trivia, this snippet delivers high-octane vehicle stories and inspiration for your next automotive journey.

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