1977 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 BMW 320. 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 320 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | NSX |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |