1994 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 15 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 2009 BMW 650 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. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 650 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |