Now at this point, you have already angrily made a comment about Mazda reliability and how the spunky little roadster will never leave you stranded like a finicky German luxury sports car. See stats for powertrain and chassis repairs. (Facebook.com/AutomatchConsulting). I think that the 4 cylinder Z3 will be disappointing so I'll stick to the 6 cylinder concept. Ranked 2013 Ford Mustang GT Premium Convertible RWD worse. While lacking in power, this car makes up for it in spades with personality. they ranged from a barely adequate 1.9 up to an all singing all dancing aluminum 3.0, The Weirdest part of the z3 is the driving position. Drool. I have been lucky enough to autocross a factory NB Miata and a Z3 with the 1.9. I understand it's actually a good driver in the snow IF a) you have good snows (I hear Blizzaks are the best on that car) on all four corners, and b) you can keep them on the ground. Mazda has closed the gap on Honda and Toyota. the plus to this, if the rear steps out, you are the first to know. Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions | Copyright Policy | Michael at Google+. The Miata has better suspension and feels like it's having more fun, but it's just not as fast, the brakes aren't as good, and it's not as refined as the BMW. The Mazda MX-5 Miata endures because it fills a need for simple and affordable driving enjoyment. I wouldn't want to own a four-cylinder Z, but I'd buy any of the 6 cylinder cars again. It's definitely feels heavier, and more like a touring car than the Miata scalpel feel. Drive a Z3. semi-trailing arms are -not- as good as a good set of double A arms.. but unless you are on the track or doing something stupid on the street.. the rear suspension on the Z3 is perfectly fine. Good reliability history according to all research. But, you need to drive both versions to know what you like the best. I agree on the undesirability of the 1.9 4-cylinder. I have to admit a Z3 has always interested me and 1.9 gets decent gas mileage on regular (according to the EPA site). There's a guy in our local race group who runs a Z3 M Coupe. The size of the vehicles is an important thing to review. 10K budget? But that gets away from some of what makes a Miata fun. - Change consent - Über uns - Datenschutz - Contact US, Independent. I have driven both M Roadsters (the S52 and the S54) of the Z3, the 1.9 I4 version, and the 2.5 liter version. anti-roll bar, Beschleunigung 0 bis 60 mph (0 bis 96 Km/h), Verbrauch - Verbrauch nach WLTP sehr schnell, Verbrauch - Verbrauch nach WLTP kombiniert, 51 Litres / 13.5 US gallons / 11.2 UK gallons, 50 Litres / 13.2 US gallons / 11 UK gallons, 2016 Audi A3 Sportback (8V 2016) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra 150HP S-tronic, 2010 Opel Zafira B "111 Anniversary" 1.9 CDTi 150HP, 2011 Opel Astra J Sports Tourer Excellence 2.0 CDTI 165HP. This car does not get driven in the winter because of road salt. check out the. The four cylinder had a worse power/weight ratio than the Miata of the same era, the sixes were a lot healthier. Upgrading to an LSD is cheaper on the Z3 because there are soooo many options from various BMW models. You may find yourself on this website because you enjoy motoring and sometimes that motoring may require an open top vehicle. Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW Z3 Reliability by Model Generation. I am unimpressed that the early Z3s have a plastic rear window, but that's a minor detail. I'm 6'3" and find the Z3 to be much more comfortable than the NA Miata, particularly in regards to legroom (my knees always kiss the wheel in Miatas), but I'm also pretty thin...so YMMV. Perhaps they were set up wrong? In reply to 93EXCivic: The Miata cruises nicely at eighty but isn't as solid. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included. I'm maybe 6'1" with long legs and the Z3 has more leg room if you need it. But between the work it needs (which I'd have to pay to have done), the cost of shipping it to ATL and the GA tax I'd have to pay to register it, it may make sense to sell it and replace when I get there. I haven ot had ANY problems with it. Nowhere near enough power for such a heavy car (~2600 lbs vs Miata's 2200). It was my daily driver and I put 70,000 miles on it in a few years of ownership. Maintenance is a factor for me. While the Miata LSDs are around $7-900 in my area. So I'm looking for something that's easy to work on...or cheap to have someone else do if need be. The 2.8L is far better. I have to admit I've never driven one - but there were massive differences in the engines. That is hogwash, the Mazda Miata is meant to be a classic roadster in the same vein as those old British drop tops. It'll irritate you every time you drive with the top up though. Car had a major issue with its engine computer, fixed under warrantee. I have autocrossed maybe 9 or 10 different cars and shockingly, it is my second favorite car for autocrossing. The car is way nicer than a Miata. IMO it's BMWs coolest affordable car. Sign up for the latest automotive news and videos—in short, everything for people who love cars I don't have the skill set, nor the time, to do major upkeep. I have driven both M Roadsters (the S52 and the S54) of the Z3, the 1.9 I4 version, and the 2.5 liter version. you practically sit on the rear suspension, so when the nose turns in, you find yourself 'waiting' that extra split second to feel any change in direction. Many people vote for BMW's models, involving Z3. But. coil springs. Also, the Mazda Miata has a four-cylinder engine for simplicity and lightness. I wouldn't even bother with a 4cyl Z3 unless your only concern is looks. The top is thicker than a Miata top so it is a lot quieter inside with the top up. The 4-cylinder is worthless. I have a Miata now (NC) and I have also driven Z3s over the years. I've also driven all of the Miatas: I love them, but I still prefer the Z3. Z3 is still good as an occasional autocrosser where the main purpose is street driving. It comes down to what you want. Hi there. 997 Carrera 2S..the choice of 2 out of 3 Top Gear presenters. He saves people money and takes the hassle out of buying or leasing a car.

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