2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z3 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
