1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z1 | NSX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |