2001 BMW Z18 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, both 2001 BMW Z18 and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z18 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z18 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z18 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 BMW Z18 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z18 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW Z18 (340 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2001 BMW Z18 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z18 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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