1996 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 332 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
