2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX 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 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z3 | NSX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |