2003 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 148 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |