1999 Honda Z vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Z | 328 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
