1998 Honda NSX vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2006 BMW 645 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. 2006 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2006 BMW 645 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 645 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |