2007 BMW 760 vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1988 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 760 | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |