2004 Honda NSX vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 116 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
