1998 Honda NSX vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 421 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | M3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |