2000 Honda NSX vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. 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 2001 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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 2001 BMW Z3. 2001 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. 2001 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | NSX | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
