2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Mitsubishi SSS were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS weights approximately 519 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi SSS (270 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi SSS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z3 | SSS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |
