1998 Honda NSX vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 335 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |