1998 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 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 79 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 323 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:
1998 BMW 323 | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 323 | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 287 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |