2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |