1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 13 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 913 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | Z3 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3055 mm |
