1986 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
