1987 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 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 101 more horse power than 1987 BMW 320. (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 152 kg more than 1987 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | NSX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1218 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |