2008 BMW 118 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
