2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
