1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z3 | Condor |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |