2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2002 BMW 320
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 2002 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2002 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z3 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
