1999 Honda Z vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z.
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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Z | 550 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
