1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo

To start off, both 1996 BMW Z3 and 1996 Fiat Armadillo 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 95 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Armadillo weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.

Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.

Compare all specifications:

1996 BMW Z3 1996 Fiat Armadillo
Make BMW Fiat
Model Z3 Armadillo
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 201 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 200 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1374 kg
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 1850 mm