2002 Acura NSX vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 468 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
