1994 Acura NSX vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 14 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 195 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 2008 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1994 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 630 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
