1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 11 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 (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
