1993 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2007 BMW 120 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. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
