2004 BMW 630 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1997 Honda 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, 2004 BMW 630 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 630 | NSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |