1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z3 | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
