1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1995 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Italdesign Nazca | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Italdesign | Mazda |
Model | Nazca | 6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |