2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z4 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |