Mazda Miata ND3 vs Subaru BRZ tS | Rare Beasts

Prepare for a comparison between the new 2024 ND3 Miata and Subaru BRZ tS. We discussed the changes, engineering, and set lap times on our spec Bridgestone Potenza Sports. This last-generation affordable sports car is still desirable. Which would you choose: Civic Type R, GR Corolla, Nissan Z, Ford Mustang, Golf R, or Elantra N?

#cars #engineering #technology

Tires Used:
Ultima Race Works

Index:
00:00 Intro
01:03 Interior and Exterior BRZ
02:25 Interior and Exterior ND3
04:18 Mechanical Impressions BRZ
07:27 Mechanical Impressions ND3
09:49 Engineering Changes ND3 Miata with Dave Coleman
16:04 ND3 Miata Continued
18:51 Driving Impressions ND3 Miata
24:06 Driving Impressions BRZ
27:27 Laptime Discussion BRZ and ND3
28:32 Laptimes and Leaderboard
31:52 Final Thoughts

[felineflammenwerfer]

We are lucky to still be able to purchase cheap light rwd 2 door cars. Thank you Mazda, Toyota, and Subaru.

[jdarms]

Lol. Dave Coleman talking from the infotainment screen was a nice touch.

[dennisrainville]

I got my ND3 club a couple of months ago. I'm finding myself surprised that I don't care at all what tracks faster or what else is out there. This is as fun as driving gets, at any price.

[paulpellico]

basically, for me, the miata is my safe motorcycle experience.
in the olden days, when i wasn't aware of my mortality, i used to ride and slide on my 350 honda.
but the last ripped skinned leg made me give this trill up.

[ThinkfreeorDie]

Jack B58'ed too close to the sun.

[dawnpoint]

Mazda's transparency and rationale of engineering are why I've chosen the MX5 above all my other dream cars. Never mind the giggle-inducing way it drives.

[kevinclapson]

Basically the most accessible track toy vs the most practical enthusiast car. Great video as always.

[RinIwata-brvz]

I'm buying the RF Miata, the car will live outside so that's why I'm choosing the RF over the soft top. Thank you savagegeeese for helping me decide!!! Love you guys!

[anAmishGuy]

I agree with Mark. These cars are nice enough, but c'mon, it's 2024. Where's the track comparison of the true drivers' cars, the $100, 000, 6000-lb crossover EVs?

[karltaht]

I love the technical details from Mazda. They really clearly know what they are trying to build for and find ways to achieve that within a limited budget.

[tailsneon]

As someone who has a 2019 ND2 RF Club and a 2024 ND3 RF Club on factory order this video hits home at the perfect time.

[Anamnesis]

I don’t even care how much power my ND has. I got it because the top goes down in three seconds with just one hand. 😎

[sapphireracing]

Big thank you to Dave Coleman for being so transparent and clear on the chassis engineering changes for the ND3.

[patrickmassicotte]

I drive my 2022 soft top Mazda MX5 GS-P (club in the USA) everyday, even in the winter! To work, grocery, Costco, and weekend back road rips - summer only for the backroad rips. Over 40, 000 KMs on it so far (~25, 000 miles). Love it!

[JustinHEMI]

I had a 2023 M2 (among other cars). It was fat, powerful, isolated. I could not reach the limit on the roads I drive, safely or legally, and I don't track. I now have a 2024 ND3 Miata. It's everything I was looking for in a twisty road car. Long Live Miata!

[GrandPotatoe]

That subtle "running in the 90s" song playing in the car is a nice touch.

[JHONNYR]

Sweet, a break from the mediocre crossovers. Love all the reviews regardless

[pvtcmyers]

As a former owner of an ND miata thank you for keeping the love of these types of cars alive. It's highly appreciated.

[QLPJosh]

When I think STI, the first thing we think of is the STI start button and gauge cover. Those things are synonymous with the STI brand, and my 4 stacks are sitting idle in my account ready to pounce at any moment.

[svgPhoenix]

I love the creative solution to what I assume was horrible webcam resolution in the interview segment