1999 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 1999 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | DrifterX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |