1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
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 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Mazda | Ascari |
Model | RX-7 | A10 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2636 mm |