2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |