1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 BMW 525

To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 737 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2011 BMW 525
Make Mazda BMW
Model MX-5 Miata 525
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1839 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 983 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 70 L


 

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