2009 BMW 116 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |
