2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda DrifterX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda DrifterX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda DrifterX | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | DrifterX | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |