2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 646 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z3 | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 471 Nm |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 88 L |