2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z3 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |
