2006 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 1 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 130 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
