2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 310 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 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z3 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
