1999 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z3 | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | Z3 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
