1998 Honda NSX vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 13 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 328 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
