1990 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
