2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
