2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 4 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW Z3 1996 Ford Mustang
Make BMW Ford
Model Z3 Mustang
Year Released 2000 1996
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 3797 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 167 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 96.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1386 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2580 mm


 

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