2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1485 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
