Which is faster?

The Mazda Miata MX-5 NC is faster — 16.6s quicker on average across 5 shared tracks.

Specifications

Specifications	Mazda Miata MX-5 NC Miata MX-5 NC	Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback BP Mazda3 Hatchback BP
Model Years	2005-2015	2015-2023
horsepower	172	186
torque (N_M)	187	252
weight (KG)	1,155	1,398
Power to Weight	0.15	0.13
Rank	#269	-
Tire	340 EXTREMECONTACT DW 205/45/17	440 TURANZA EL440 215/45/18
engine Description	2.0 L (120 cu in) MZR LF-VE DOHC I4	2.5L NA I4 (Skyactiv)
drive Type	RWD	FWD
wheelbase (MM)	2330	2725
width (MM)	1720	1796
length (MM)	3995	4460
height (MM)	1245	1440
0 - 60 MPH	6.4 SECs	6.9 SECs
top Speed (KPH)	211	211
price MSRP	$ 25,095	$ 24,645
Current Value	$ 15,000	$ 15,000
OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES	+3.99s	+15.88s