2001 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2001 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z3 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Z3 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
