2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 12 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z3 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
