2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (136 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 123 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 Volvo S60, 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 Volvo S60 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z3 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
