2008 BMW 750 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
