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Track-test showdown

Article Abstract:

The performance and practicality, including the chassis and body, handling, accommodations, drivetrain, acceleration, braking, fuel economy and interior noise of Honda S2000, BMW M roadster and Porsche Boxster have been compared. Honda S2000 turned out to be the best sports car out of the three.

BMW Z3, Porsche Boxster, Honda S2000 (Automobile)

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1996 BMW Z3: bred in Bavaria, built in South Carolina and bound for stardom

Article Abstract:

The 1996 BMW Z3, with a list price of $28,750, is a two-passenger roadster that is comparable to the Mazda Miata in many ways. The Z3, which is the center of a carefully-engineered marketing campaign, utilizes an inline-4 engine that registers 140 bhp. Design and handling details are discussed.

Product/Service Evaluation, BMW Z3 (Automobile)

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All-star triathlon

Article Abstract:

Different aspects of the performance characteristics of four sports cars were measured and compared. The cars were subjected to three timed slalom runs to determine the best sportscar. The Porsche 911 Turbo bested a field composed of an Acura NSX-T, a Chevrolet Corvette and a Ferrari F355.

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