1988 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | NSX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |