1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 660 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-01 | 530 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |