1984 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Starion | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Starion | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1360 kg |
