2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 17 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | Z3 | tC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
