2008 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2975 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |