2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1103 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Z3 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 86 L |