2001 Acura NSX vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | Touring |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
