2005 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
