1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 15 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 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 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-01 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
