2000 BMW M3 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2000 BMW M3 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |