2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z3 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
