2007 BMW 130 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 2007 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 130 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
