2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
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2000 BMW Z8 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | Z8 | A3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |