2009 BMW 125 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 14 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 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 226 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 125 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
