2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 2005 BMW 325 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. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
