1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, both 1998 BMW Z3 and 1998 Mitsubishi SST were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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 Mitsubishi SST, 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 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 BMW Z3 | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Z3 | SST |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |