2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |