2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |