1996 BMW 725 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, both 1996 BMW 725 and 1996 Mazda RX-01 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1996 BMW 725 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-01. (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 725 | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |