1995 BMW 528 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
