1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | MX-5 Miata | M |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2901 mm |