1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 11 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| 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 | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |
