1986 BMW 735 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 735 | NSX |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |