2004 Acura NSX vs. 2006 BMW 630

To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 310 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura NSX 2006 BMW 630
Make Acura BMW
Model NSX 630
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 249 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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