1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-01 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
