1998 Acura NSX vs. 1996 BMW 740
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740.
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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 1996 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1996 BMW 740 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 740 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3080 mm |