2001 BMW M vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 131 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M | NSX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
