2004 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 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. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 135 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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
