1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z3 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
