2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1839 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
