1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 19 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), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1993 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 116 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |