Autoknowtive
BMW built the Z3 in 1996–2003. Autoknowtive’s catalog has 2 of them, from the 1996 BMW Z3 to the 1999 BMW Z3 Coupe 2.8. Body styles here: Convertible and Coupé. Sold new in North America, Europe and Asia.
Power went from 231 hp in the 1996 Z3 to 321 hp in the 1999 Z3 Coupe 2.8. It got heavier along the way: 1,285 kg for the 1996 car, 1,390 kg for the 1999. The most powerful here is the 1999 BMW Z3 Coupe 2.8 at 321 hp (239 kW), more than 70% of the cars in the catalog. Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 1999 BMW Z3 Coupe 2.8, in 5.4 s.
With a production volume of nearly 300,000 cars the BMW Z3 has been the most successful BMW roadster in the company's history. Now the success story of this classic car is drawing to an end.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
| Car | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Weight | Engine | Drive | Gearbox | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Z3 | 231 hp (172 kW) | 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) | 6.0 s | 149 mph (240 km/h) | 1,285 kg (2,833 lb) | 3.0 L inline-6 | Rear Wheel Drive | 5-Speed manual | 23 mpg |
| 1999 Z3 Coupe 2.8 | 321 hp (239 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.4 s | 155 mph (249 km/h) | 1,390 kg (3,064 lb) | 3.2 L inline-6 | Rear Wheel Drive | 5-Speed manual | 20 mpg |
Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.
Cars from other brands in the same class, with similar power and from the same years:
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