1995 Acura NSX vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 1983 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
