1998 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325.
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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |