2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 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, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |