2006 BMW 116 vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 116 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
