1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 7 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z3 | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 69 L |
