2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
