1998 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 320 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |