2008 Honda NSX vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 125 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |