If you’re after a cheaper RC alternative, check out this replica of Han’s Fast & Furious RC drift car. If you’re a Mazda RX7 fan but can’t get your hands on the real thing, there’s a great selection of smaller, more affordable options:įor those keen to get sideways, the RX-7 1/10 scale Tamiya TT-02D drift spec car kit will be the ultimate choice. The RX-7 became so popular that more parallel and grey market models were brought into the country than Mazda UK had ever imported. In Britain, sales were initially slow, but a price drop and word-of-mouth recommendations led to a surge in interest. The engine size was below 1.5 liters, making the annual road tax more affordable while offering more power than traditional inline engines. The Mazda RX-7 became a key JDM car because the engine gave a financial benefit to its Japanese owners. Its innovative construction makes it easy to handle and a joy to drive, and it’s easy to see why so many Madalin Stunt Cars 3 players opt for it as their favorite car in the game. The twin rotors gave it a wealth of torque throughout the entire rev range. The car accelerated from 0-62 mph in 5.9 seconds, achieving a top speed of 155mph. And, who can disregard the pop-up headlights? The compact and unique rotary engine was housed behind the front axle, which gave the vehicle a 50/50 front and rear weight balance combined with a low center of gravity.

It was the first ever mass-produced sequential twin-turbocharger system to come from Japan. The RX-7 was noted for its lightweight construction and unique twin turbochargers. This stylish front-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car attracted a substantial following due to its sleek design and powerful performance. The FD was the third generation of the legendary Mazda RX7. Engine displacement: 1.3 litre twin-turbo.True JDM cars are right-hand-drive, but over time, the term “JDM” has been used to describe any Japanese car, even the USDM (US Domestic Market) models. A JDM car comes from the Japanese Domestic Market and is often exported overseas to popular markets, such as the US and UK.

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