2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1429 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 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | Z3 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 110 L |
