1982 BMW 628 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 28 kg more than 1982 BMW 628. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 628 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 628 | NSX |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |