2008 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX. 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, 2008 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 745 | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |