2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z3 | F399 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 110 L |
