Insanely fast Mazda Mx5 Miata crushes R32 Nissan GTR

Check out this battle as an insanely fast Miata Mazda MX5 dominates a R32 Nissan GTR in a race at Sydney Motorsport Park.
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[@herringracing9775]

Don’t take anything away from the driver of the R32, he is one of the best and talented drivers I’ve race against! That is why I had the confidence to run the outside line beside him. My car is no normal Mx5, I built it with the intention of taking on some serious cars. It is a Gokart on steroids and so much more lighter and nimble than the R32. It is powered by the original Mazda Bp engine, turbocharged on e85 fuel. Thanks to everyone for the positive comments👍 it means a lot! Cheers

[@erwinocasio655]

thats impressive. i thought u were using a motor swap of some sort. Running the original engine and maing that kinda power and grip...perfect combo

[@gathel8574]

Like i said. Talented driver is reason why car are famous. Mark Skaife back then is reason why R32 got Godzilla title

[@hongkongstuey]

So happy to hear it's running original engine, must be a lot more satisfying to build up the original engine rather than source and try and fit a different engine, with all the associated fabrications that come with engine swaps. Great driving!!!

[@dmcharlestt4945]

Can we have some details on your build? I'd love to build a miata, mostly to corner like yours!

[@hongkongstuey]

@@dmcharlestt4945 place in my town called chevron Motorsport has a time attack Impreza that laps quicker than big power skylines/evos with 350bhp, look em up, I'm all about grip over power, anyone can drive a car in a straight line 🤣🤣

[@ballin5144]

Whoever’s behind the wheel of that Miata is an absolute weapon. Great driving by both guys 🤘

[@Legend-lc9bv]

He’s a comment above you’res

[@ballin5144]

@@Legend-lc9bv thanks, Shout-Out to Herring Racing! 💪🏼

[@danielfietkau733]

You comment shows your ignorance about physics and your desire for acceptance.

[@yutub561]

@@Legend-lc9bv Yours*. You're = "you are"

[@Legend-lc9bv]

@@yutub561 ok

[@ALSPEHEIR]

One thing I noticed is how many cool races Australia is giving the rest of the world. I still remember that Cox guy with his Honda Civic passing BMWs, Mercedes and what nots while fightint for first place against an AE86, and now this. These are the races I want to watch on TV.

[@BlendLineTV]

We do have some great racing down here, Jordan's moved on to TCR now but his Honda is still having great battles in IPRA with it's new owner. We recently posted a video of that fight, check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIPOhZumm6aneKM

[@paulmanda6646]

man you can say that again.

[@vedantkothari215]

Yep, but I really wish they weren't so strict for our street cars 😭

[@Nathan-gj8ch]

I think it's a culture thing most Americans think fast in a straight line = fast car good race. All the time I tell "car guys" that I own a TT supra, awd bmw, 3000gt but i only race my JRSC d16 civic. They become the most bewildered and ask "why do you race your slowest car?" never mind that my civic can get through the tail of the dragon a full min faster than all the other cars I own.

[@monkeynuttzgarage9111]

Agreed very much. There are so many cool sportsman level racing events the world should see. It would open up motorsports to a lot more of the next generation.

[@UnexplainedHoveringSpheroid]

That r32 had little chance, the power to weight ratio of that mx5 must be insane.

[@tensazangetsu465]

Don't forget how good the Miata is in on tight turns

[@StudentDriverBR]

@@tensazangetsu465 yeah but the R32 is AWD and AWD have advantage on tight turns

[@kbnzr1609]

@@StudentDriverBR not over a car that's far lighter than itself. The heavier and longer 32 is still slower around corners than a miata or ae86

[@EnhancedTrashBin]

@@kbnzr1609 yeah, there's reasons why car enthusiasts would strip away or delete parts from their car for weight reduction so that it can make a slight difference especially with aftermarket carbon fiber parts.

[@tommieboi707]

@@StudentDriverBR that's not true at all. There's a reason why some of the fastest cars in the world are rwd only.

[@markmcgrath9098]

That little m5 has some grip. Great driving from both of them.

[@josegalindo9638]

Probably on a 15x10” wheels and super wide tires

[@Powerhauz]

Mmm yeah. Gonna need the deets on that little fucking beast. Gonna want the MX5's build out too. Got anymore footage? This was fantastic. Another!

[@ChoomDexieB]

This is the best and most entertaining racing I’ve seen in years!

[@BlendLineTV]

Great to hear mate! There's plenty more on our channel if you're keen to see more!

[@pheonixfps9248]

I've had both cars. Mx5 with a hard top was always a made track monster, but the r32 gtr for an all rounder is a monster. Mine was a 1.8 turbo too, but that was 18 years ago. 180rwkw in one of those things is insane. Miss it so much. The driver of the mx5 showed how much potential is really in those cars good on him, very well done. Great to see the advan r32 still chopping laps even after a decade on from Mark Berry's days.

[@DJBillionator]

That Mazda MX5 is much newer than the R32 in this video also. I could be wrong. But, the R32 looks like it's an 08 and the Mazda looks like a 2012-15...

[@thomashaugland6953]

@@DJBillionator 08 R32? thats a far fetch considering the last year of R34 was 02, last year of R32 was 94

[@Average.1JZ.Enjoyer]

@@DJBillionator you know nothing about cars lmao. 2008 R32 🤡

[@pheonixfps9248]

@@DJBillionator 1993 r32 gtr, and 1998 mx5. Not much to sperate them, and 2 very different chassis built for 2 very different purposes. Affectively the R chassis was pretty much had very little change from 1989 to 2002, and the MX5 was not really that much different starting with the NA platform to the NB, very similar chassis, however that R32 in particular has had a solid 2 decades of development under it, and even went to Tsukuba in Japan and did a sub 1 min.

[@rustinpeace770]

@@DJBillionator 08???? The R32 was produced from 1989 to 1994 LMAO

[@tizodd6]

The Skyline didn't stand a chance with all those turns lol. The Miata's just too nimble.

[@marcusclarkson2657]

Oh yes it did. But the Miata driver understood his car, the course, those corners far better. They weren't miles apart performance wise. Racecraft made more difference here than anything else

[@amelamee4940]

Thank you for calling it what is name is. Skyline. This one here is NOT A GTR it's RWD. GTR is not RWD. It's a GTS but ultimately a Skyline.

[@TheCorington]

@@amelamee4940 that is definitely not a r32 gts-t. nobody tracks them because they are slow and can't turn. the gts is just a normal commuter car

[@amelamee4940]

@@TheCorington right arm👍

[@jackieyau5590]

Thank u guys for sharing these local races from Australia. I used to be a big fan watching FIA touring car races especially the stuff at Macau Guia every November. But I gave up ever since WTCC started.

[@streetfighter4006]

We need details on both cars because that was insane

[@Big1_]

What details? It´s called different weight league.

[@charmcitysk8er]

@@Big1_ maybe build details lol

[@Legend-lc9bv]

@@charmcitysk8er the owner commented above check the comments

[@migek]

You could probably find most of that miata build in forums

[@mperez9745]

Being on the track and pairing off like that is so much fun, well not immediately on the track, but in the pits and watching the video...all smiles!

[@rofufoja]

I love it when small, nimble cars do this to more powerful beasts. Although that R32 sound is otherworldly good

[@nickconley4098]

This video really shows the skill necessary and how close all the great drivers are.

[@guillaumesandmayer7053]

You're an insightful legend mate, and your tale reminds me of a bloke 'who saw' - over 15 years ago and featured in Zoom' magazine - Buy Used MX5, rebuild BP motor for strength, strap on the very newest Garrett GT25 turbo at the time, add Ohlins coilovers and AP racing brakes - have everything corner weighted. Destroy everyone on the track.

[@woofy9977]

sounds badass. most I know about miatas is watching donut media work on his. lots of potential in such a little package

[@herringracing9775]

Cheers mate!!! 👍

[@MrZootalores]

that was the dream...but you are up againest really good drivers, up for it, aye?

[@MickPsyphon]

Great pass! Not only did he hold the position after diving into the inside of that corner, but he gave it just as much effort to keep it together going around the outside of the next corner! That takes balls! I'll bet the other driver's ass puckered up when he saw the Mazda alongside him. I don't know who the driver of the Mazda is, but he's got a little bit of Gilles Villeneuve in him. That entire race looks like it would be fun to watch.

[@MrZootalores]

yeah that corner sneak & get away was ballsy; he must of had his fingers crossed. great driving from both, really fun race to watch!

[@JukeboxAlley]

One of the funnest cars I've ever drove and lots of potential, out of all the high horsepower cars I've had and driven the Miata is by far one of the funnest cars to drive on the curves period.

[@mkattaiify]

Incredibly nimble and agile. Excellent footage... 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@adgadg3298]

One of the best moments in racing… love it. Worth every second.. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@tensazangetsu465]

The Miata on turns it's a monster it's basically on its natural habitat

[@madmax2069]

That's one serious track weapon, well done, and great driving as well.

[@xxxneoxxx]

That was awesome clean racing! 👏

[@petertaylor6384]

Savage on the edge driving from both.

[@linkuhndave]

This made my Sundy morning! Superb driving.

[@martintuara8989]

Awsome to watch, great driving by both....the best dance I've seen in this class 👏

[@joshuaphilip9121]

Nice clean racing. Reminded me of minis vs camaros in touring car races. Hats off to both drivers!

[@tababdulkadir6372]

That came along way...classic race. Gtr gotta make a comeback back with more lightness, boost & better ballast distribution with better setup.

[@949RacingSuperMiata]

Great driving, fine line between precision and aggression. Any details on the suspension setup, wheels, etc?

[@dougmaverick3287]

Love it when the tiny Miata takes on the big boys.

[@RapidTank45321]

The cornering speed on that miata. holy shit the R32 didnt stand a chance and that was a very nice overtake through the outside

[@brandongomez3278]

He was on the mx5 the whole time after he def stood his ground 😂 can tell someone doesn’t track

[@RapidTank45321]

@@brandongomez3278 i dont track i live in the philippines, there is like 1 track in the whole country and i dont live anywhere near there + i cant drive yet. also if you actually looked at the video after the gtr was overtaken he couldnt even get the pos back and kept falling behind, if you call being 0.300-0.400 seconds behind and still widening as "stood his ground" then you definitely dont watch enough motorsports

[@JasonLuther1]

@@RapidTank45321 well spoken

[@texascorby]

That was awesome side by side racing!!! Skill galore!!

[@MrZootalores]

yeah those guys are good! really exciting, gripping sh&t there, fighting for every inch...

[@jameschoi9856]

Super satisfying!! Made my day

[@DILUSI]

Great driving by both these drivers, I could watch them go head to head for the whole run and then some more

[@laxzah1358]

Blend line is by far the best racing channel on KZbin. Their content never ceases to amaze 💯 Amazing driving from both lads, that Miata though. What a car

[@BlendLineTV]

Thanks LaxZah, that's so awesome to read! We just love showcasing the best racing we can film, so hopefully plenty more to come! We're working on as many videos as we can!

[@TRDKhanbrothers]

Awesome racing there, super quick mx5

[@davidoverstreet2875]

I'm planning on buying a 2022 Mazda Miata sport edition. I took a manual 2022 club edition for a 30 minute test drive last weekend, and it was a hell of a lot of fun.

[@MrZootalores]

the ND Miatas are awesome,really they've improved the car so much that they're on the cusp of tricking out & making something small,light & deadly

[@Triple88a]

Love the miata content. Amazing driving!

[@rodneyvanderveen8376]

Miata, my favourite car in Need For Speed Underground2! It truly does carry speed through corners! A real weapon with enough power!

[@wesleypriddy8698]

It was the only car for streetx. I just bought one, btw. Bone stock it's one of the most fun cars i have ever driven.

[@paulmanda6646]

i wish i could driver like that. Salute to both drivers, that fight was beautiful.

[@thaburninator0904]

damn, this is a cool ass video. thanks for posting it. the sound is so good.

[@BlendLineTV]

Glad you enjoyed it! We love showcasing great racing!

[@nasrghebar8379]

Keep the content coming!!!!

[@BlendLineTV]

We will be! Glad you're enjoying!

[@sana-cm7oc]

Love these kind of races. Great driving by both drivers.

[@Mr.D83]

skylines and gtr's are pretty to look at but after spending time working at a Mazda dealership I come to appreciate those miata's a lot more.

[@benjaminduncan4286]

Mazda mx-5 . What alittle weapon. Carry its speed into and through the corners very nice. Oh and sounds 👌

[@daveheller889]

Going around in circles..fantastic

[@Wip3ou7]

Miata racing with no ABS like a Chad.

[@ItsTheNada]

I hit “like” before I hit play 😂😂😂. Was not disappointed 😬😬😬 🔥

[@powerofone1645]

Well done. Like you say it is a gokart on steroids. Love it.

[@peterhall6656]

Top notch racing. There is some real talent in this class.

[@mwhitelaw8569]

Now that's puttin' in the work My hats off to both of those fellas

[@BlendLineTV]

Yeah, it's great driving from both. We've seen some pretty cool battles from the pair of them at multiple events, lets hope for many more!

[@TheWoundedNinja]

That power to weight distribution goes crazy

[@sample.text.]

Top tier driving from the Miata driver. That outside line take was ballsy.

[@crxdelsolsir]

Awesome battle and overtake! Would love to see this take on the Red Eg Civic of Jordan Cox (NA built) at the Bathurst Improved Production Championship race category.

[@herringracing9775]

Thanks mate!!! I would love to put it up against Jordan Cox civic!! Though Looking at the times on natsoft, he is about 2-3 seconds a lap slower than my lap times on the tracks he has done in his civic. I have a video of my car going around Bathurst if you want to have a look 👍 look up Herring Racing on here. Cheers

[@crxdelsolsir]

@@herringracing9775 Wow so cool! Yes, I would like to check your video out. Thanks for the video!

[@tamakaze712]

Hell that battle is so damn good

[@jaysonenglish6137]

Totally makes sense to me MIata's are known for their handling and in the right hands if you can keep a powerhouse in your sights you always have a chance. Good Running by both drivers.

[@lefebvreplourde6793]

Solid performance

[@KrisFLton]

Great to see. Both drivers having clean fun. What class/regs are you racing in?

[@herringracing9775]

Hey mate, MRA’s Super TT is the class we are running in video. Cheers 👍

[@mitondo6123]

Epic battle! Kudos to both drivers!

[@bluedog2367]

Nice balance from the NB.

[@jacobpooler6299]

idk how many times ive seen it but it feels like ive seen it for many more years than its been out. i fuckin love this video

[@jacobpooler6299]

coming back to it a month later lmao

[@woofy9977]

Are you going to the Australian GP this wkend..who’s your picks for podiums? I got a feeling Max and Checo might just get a 1-2 >:)

[@linkortho]

The beauty of power to wight ratios along with some STELLAR wheeling!

[@averyparticularsetofskills]

Omg, the lines they took were absolutely PURE ART IN MOTION!! (the music wasn't bad either)

[@peterpyzer]

Crazy insane and nice to watch

[@drewtarrant7321]

Sounds like a syncro box in the mx5 ! Mega impressive speed with a sync box!

[@Javan1992]

as fast as the mx is the driving skill was beautiful

[@JerGol]

Colin Chapman famously said, "Adding power means you'll go faster in a straight line. Adding lightness means you'll go faster everywhere." And so it was proved.

[@yori13]

'Adding lightness' lolol

[@5PYZ3R]

Yes well, let's see the MX5 against GT500 R32's then, and you can really test your stupid quote.

[@spaceinvader992]

Mate that's a tough little race car and must be a treat to drive. Can I ask what sort of money that cost you to build as I'm looking at something for my son's to race and enjoy.

[@Wildmarshmellow]

thats a sick battle

[@ayske1]

Eastern Creek is awesome, love this track!

[@4mrevans]

Awesome video

[@miatanaro]

So good! You were a lot quicker than that R32 Remarkable driving from both of you!

[@robertjenkins7663]

It's not the car, it's the driver that makes the car and how well it will take you around the track.

[@Zen_1g]

Nice track as well, fast and flowy. Nice.

[@wajalama]

Hooweeee, that moment when you overtook him from the inside at 0:25 was like a scene taken straight out out Initial D lol😲

[@rushgush]

it’s not the car , it’s the driver which counts.

[@Notadrianmonroy]

“It’s physics. You can’t make up for light weight. You can add horsepower or take off weight. Taking off weight is better.” - Jay Leno (talking about his Miata)

[@Mariusz803]

Awesome driving!

[@VincentViolence]

To this day, Nissans GTR is still being used as a comparison to prove performance of other JDM vehicles. Makes me proud to be an owner of one. When you drive one others always try to prove something against you.. but there is always respect and awe there.

[@celuiquipeut6527]

Thats how much of a monster the R32 and R34 are. The bench from which JDM is measured.

[@rustinpeace770]

You own a GTR? Damn you must be rich

[@1320nico]

Man that Miata must be dialed in! Pure mechanical grip

[@venza2524]

Kinda hate this because of how good the R32 sounds and how good skilled of a driver it has behind its wheel. Awesome little kart that Miata tho.

[@Vgk36]

THE MIATA DESTROYS!!!! HOLY SMOKES Neva seen that type od sheer destruction lol. Kudos to 77 he is a beast!

[@MarkVanWraiths84]

"It's not what You driving, it's how You driving it."

[@MarkCarr331]

phenomenal driving and cars.

[@LF-Productions]

Proof that line and skill can take everything

[@OPEK.]

It’s like a cheetah and a gazelle. One is faster and one turns better. Amazing battle

[@snakes5506]

That was a good race 👏👏👏👏

[@elite4championjosh]

Respect is earned if it was a video

[@nonculus]

Both cars look and sound incredible.

[@apIthletIcc]

The way the car was leaning, you can tell it was on the cusp of losing traction. Mans was driving it hard with precision. Restecpah

[@lemolmou2544]

What a great duel

[@BlendLineTV]

These guys know how to race and have been entertaining us for a while! Can't wait to see more in 2022.

[@stevesteele3312]

Looks like it’s got a great set up to give the driver confidence in its capabilities.

[@tomislavvazdar3286]

Now this is beautiful! Almost like Initial D, David beats the Goliath.

[@lglg4151]

Great job From Argentina 🇦🇷 Keep it up

[@BlendLineTV]

Cheers Lg Lg!

[@Lizards_Lounge]

Nice, not even close ! That's quiet a weapon you have built there.

[@ibruh_787]

What is your wheel and tire setup and specs?

[@phillipusmalan8841]

What's the specs on the mazda motor?

[@MisterMister5893]

If you wanted to buy and build a cheap fast car, which platform would be better; the MX5 or the F86? Is the Miata engine better for FI because I don't know about the Boxer engine. Too many lore about Subarus blowing up even on stock setups.

[@sambono5112]

That is INSAIN😲😲 All My money would have been on the GTR all the way but to SEE THAT MX5 Kill it Like that, Boy driving that LIKE HE STOLE IT👍👍😊 Awesome Driving👍

[@maksboban3412]

I wish they had more cameras film from this angle in F1. You can really see the speed of these two here. Also, amazing drive from both!