2007 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 385 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.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 335 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |