2008 BMW X3 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
