2003 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX.
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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1992 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |