1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 502 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2009 BMW 335 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. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-01 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
