1991 Honda NSX vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda NSX | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 325 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |