1972 BMW 3 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 3 | NSX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3003 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |