1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 350 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-01 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
