2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 65 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 Peugeot 607, 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 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z3 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
