2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
