1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | Today |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 184 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
