2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
