2000 Acura NSX vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 915 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1962 BMW 700 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 700 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 52 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2130 mm |