2000 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. Both 2000 BMW 328 and 1996 Honda NSX are equipped with a 2,977 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 328 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | NSX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |