2008 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
