2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 472 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
