2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1099 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Z3 | Phantom |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 721 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |