2000 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 530 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |