1992 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 318 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |