2004 Honda NSX vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |