2004 Acura NSX vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1987 BMW 750 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 750 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |