2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 773 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 870 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 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1055 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z3 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
