1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 15 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 682 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3221 mm |
