1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Honda NSX. (281 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1991 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Pickster | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |