1994 Acura NSX vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 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 50 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1988 BMW M3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | M3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |