2000 BMW 318 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318.
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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
