2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 284 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.
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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
