How Many Cars Have Rotary Engines?
The Mazda RX-Series
Mazda is the most well-known manufacturer of cars with rotary engines. The company’s RX-series of sports cars, which includes the RX-7 and RX-8, have been powered by rotary engines since their introduction in the early 1970s. The RX-series cars have been praised for their smooth power delivery, high revving ability, and relatively compact size.
Other Cars with Rotary Engines
Mazda is not the only manufacturer to have produced cars with rotary engines. Other companies that have experimented with rotary engines include:
- NSU
- Citroen
- Wankel
- General Motors
However, none of these companies have produced as many cars with rotary engines as Mazda.
Total Number of Cars with Rotary Engines
It is difficult to say exactly how many cars have been produced with rotary engines. However, it is estimated that Mazda has produced around 2 million RX-series cars. In addition, it is estimated that other manufacturers have produced around 1 million cars with rotary engines. This means that the total number of cars with rotary engines is likely to be around 3 million.
Conclusion
Rotary engines are a unique and fascinating type of engine. They offer a number of advantages over traditional piston engines, including smooth power delivery, high revving ability, and compact size. However, rotary engines also have some disadvantages, including poor fuel economy and high emissions. As a result, rotary engines have never been as popular as piston engines. However, they continue to be used in a small number of niche applications, such as sports cars and racing cars.
