2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 3 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 247 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z3 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3280 mm |
