1999 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | NSX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 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 |