2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 140 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.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
