2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Z3 | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 44 L |