2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 212 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4935 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
