2007 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 15 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. Both 2007 BMW 335 and 1992 Honda NSX are equipped with a 2,977 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1992 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 335 | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |