2007 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1992 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
