2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 13 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2415 mm |
