2004 Acura NSX vs. 1979 BMW 735

To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 BMW 735. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 100 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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura NSX 1979 BMW 735
Make Acura BMW
Model NSX 735
Year Released 2004 1979
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3451 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 309 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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