2007 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
