2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 BMW Z9 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 215 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 Z9 (597 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (301 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Z9 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z9 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 301 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |