2000 Honda NSX vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 2 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 47 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | Z3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |