1979 BMW 732 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 732 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |