2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 116 L |