2008 BMW X3 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 354 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 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 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
