2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 229 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.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z3 | 380 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
