2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (104 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 550 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |