2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| 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 | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
