1991 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 BMW 320. 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 2004 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
