Which is faster?

The Tesla Model 3 Mk1 is faster — 0.8s quicker on average across 5 shared tracks.

Specifications

Specifications	Mazda Miata MX-5 NC Miata MX-5 NC	Tesla Model 3 Mk1 Model 3 Mk1
Model Years	2005-2015	2017-2023
horsepower	172	283
torque (N_M)	187	409
weight (KG)	1,155	1,655
Power to Weight	0.15	0.17
Rank	#254	-
Tire	340 EXTREMECONTACT DW 205/45/17	280 P ZERO PZ4 235/45/18
engine Description	2.0 L (120 cu in) MZR LF-VE DOHC I4	Permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor
gearbox	6-SPEED MANUAL	1-SPEED DIRECT DRIVE
drive Type	RWD	RWD
wheelbase (MM)	2330	2875
width (MM)	1720	1849
length (MM)	3995	4694
height (MM)	1245	1443
0 - 60 MPH	6.4 SECs	5.3 SECs
top Speed (KPH)	211	225
price MSRP	$ 25,095	$ 48,440
Current Value	$ 18,000	$ 45,000
OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES	+4.17s	+5.48s