1993 Honda NSX vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | Z4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |