1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z3 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
