2000 Honda NSX vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 316 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |