2002 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | NSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |