2009 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 5 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1415 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |