2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2004 BMW 645 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. 2004 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Drifter | 645 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
