2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 65 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 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z3 | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |