1990 BMW Z1 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 Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 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 45 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 150 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z1 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
