1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, both 1998 BMW Z3 and 1998 Subaru Justy 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 173 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z3 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
