1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 46 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z3 | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |