2011 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Brilliance BS4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 1999 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2011 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2011 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Brilliance BS4 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Brilliance | Honda |
| Model | BS4 | Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |
