Mazda 787B

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Mazda 787B

Japan vs Japan — 1991 vs 1991

Mazda 787B (1991)
Mazda 787B (1991)
Specifications
787B787B Le Mans Winner
Horsepower700 hp700 hp
Torque448 lb-ft448 lb-ft
Engine Size2,616 cc2,616 cc
Top Speed225 mph225 mph
Weight1,830 lbs1,830 lbs
Wheelbase2,610 mm2,820 mm
Length4,782 mm4,782 mm
Units Produced33
Value (Excellent)$35,000,000$50,000,000
Collectibility10/1010/10
Rarity10/1010/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1991 Mazda 787B brings better value to the table, and the 1991 Mazda 787B Le Mans Winner answers with its own distinct appeal. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Mazda 787B. The 1991 and 1991 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1991 Mazda 787B producing 700 hp and the 1991 Mazda 787B Le Mans Winner delivering 700 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mazda 787B uses a Quad-Rotor Wankel (R26B) displacing 2,616 cc, while the Mazda 787B relies on a 4-rotor Wankel (R26B) naturally aspirated with 2,616 cc. The 1991 Mazda 787B Le Mans Winner claims a higher top speed at 225 mph compared to 225 mph. On the collector market, the 1991 Mazda 787B Le Mans Winner commands a significant premium over the 1991 Mazda 787B, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.