2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. 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 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z3 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |