2009 BMW 130 vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 130 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 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 |