1991 Acura NSX vs. 1995 BMW 317
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1995 BMW 317 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 317 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
