1984 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M6 | Drifter |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |