1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 71 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Turbo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |