Originally Posted By: Indydriver
No way on 280 and weighs 3100 lbs. Its only real driving dynamic drawback is FWD Now if they put that kind of power in a RWD Miata weighing 2400 lbs with all modern amenities, they'd really have something.
Have you driven a 1990 Miata with no AC? There is something to be said for light weight that doesn't always show up on performance specs. That said, I'm sure the market is bigger for a heavier, more powerful car.