2001 Acura NSX vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 740 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |