2007 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 40 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 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 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 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 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 216 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |