2002 Acura NSX vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 328 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
