1982 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 318 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 318 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |