2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1999 Honda NSX

To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW MM Roadster 1999 Honda NSX
Make BMW Honda
Model MM Roadster NSX
Year Released 2006 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3245 cc 3177 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 5300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L