2009 BMW 120 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Honda 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |