1996 BMW 325 vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, both 1996 BMW 325 and 1996 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325. 1996 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 325 | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |