1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1297 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
