1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, both 1996 BMW Z3 and 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z3 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
