1992 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 465 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |