2007 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 759 kg more than 1995 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 550 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |