1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 13 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 616 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-01 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
