1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1502 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
