2001 BMW M vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 123 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M | NSX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |