1991 Acura NSX vs. 2005 BMW 116
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 14 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 157 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2005 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 116 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
