2008 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
