2009 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116.
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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
