1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3.
Because 1995 BMW Z3 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 1995 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1995 BMW Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
