2005 Honda NSX vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 123 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |