1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 16 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 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 285 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 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 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-01 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
