2007 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
