2004 MG XPower vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 MG XPower 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 195 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG XPower | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | XPower | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
