2006 BMW 745 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 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 | 2115 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 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 |