1999 Honda Z vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 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 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 705 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.
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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 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 528 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Z | 528 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 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 | 61 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
