1993 Acura NSX vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1993 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 1989 BMW 750 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 750 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |