2005 Honda Insight vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 546 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight, 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight. 2001 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Insight 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:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Insight | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
