1994 Acura NSX vs. 1957 BMW 600

To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 820 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Acura NSX 1957 BMW 600
Make Acura BMW
Model NSX 600
Year Released 1994 1957
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 2977 cc 583 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 38 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 550 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 2910 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 1710 mm