1994 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX 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 155 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 318 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |