2009 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1498 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 Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |