2009 BMW 745 vs. 1995 Honda NSX

To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 618 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, 2009 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 745 1995 Honda NSX
Make BMW Honda
Model 745 NSX
Year Released 2009 1995
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4423 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2115 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2540 mm


 

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