2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Z3 | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |