2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z3 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |