2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
