2002 Acura NSX vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 152 kg more than 1979 BMW M1. 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | M1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 116 L |