2004 BMW 745 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 625 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
