1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1998 Eagle Talon
To start off, both 1998 BMW Z3 and 1998 Eagle Talon were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Talon weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
Because 1998 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1998 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | Z3 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
