1998 BMW 323 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 3 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 50 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 447 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
