1992 BMW 850 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster 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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
