1971 BMW 3 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
