2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 11 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), 2011 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | Z3 | D3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
