2005 BMW 525 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |