2004 Acura NSX vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Acura 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1977 BMW 732 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 732 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
