1992 Acura NSX vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 328 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |