2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1992 BMW 525
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1992 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z3 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
