2007 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |