2000 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 1 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2000 BMW 750 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. 2000 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
