1952 BMW 340 vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 340.
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.
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1952 BMW 340 | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 340 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2329 mm |