2012 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 335 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 335 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |