2009 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 430 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
