2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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 BMW 120 (340 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 120 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |