2000 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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, 2005 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 730 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:
2000 BMW 730 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 730 | NSX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |