2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 120 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z3 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
