1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z3 | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 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 | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |