2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Enzo | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Enzo | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |
