1991 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 18 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX. 2009 BMW 135 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. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 135 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
