2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 116 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |