1996 BMW 735 vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2013 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 735 | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |