1996 BMW 520 vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 520 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |