1992 Honda NSX vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 6 series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2856 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |