2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2002 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z4 | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |