2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 83 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z3 | 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |