2005 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
