2004 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 BMW 316.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
