1990 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
