2003 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 750

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Acura 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, 2009 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Acura NSX 2009 BMW 750
Make Acura BMW
Model NSX 750
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 4799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 249 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 491 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3130 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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