1991 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 10 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 130 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1991 Acura 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 318 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |