2012 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 525 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2013 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 525 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
