2006 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1520 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |