2002 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318.
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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | NSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |