2005 Honda NSX vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2001 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |