2004 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Acura 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |