2008 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2008 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
