2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 334 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, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Z3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
