2001 BMW Z22 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 BMW Z22 and 2001 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc, 2001 BMW Z22 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z22 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z22 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z22 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 BMW Z22 (350 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z22 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z22 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z22 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
