1994 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
