2005 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 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 130 (427 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
