2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z4 | DrifterX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |