2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
