1990 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
