2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 48 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z3 | NSX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |