1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
