1999 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
