2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 139 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 S80, 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 S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Z3 | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |