2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 671 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
