2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |