1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 701 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z3 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
