2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
