1995 Acura NSX vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | Z9 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |