2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tundra | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
