2009 BMW 735 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 735 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 735 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2540 mm |