2000 Honda NSX vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |