1995 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW 325

To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 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 87 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2001 BMW 325
Make Acura BMW
Model NSX 325
Year Released 1995 2001
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2740 mm


 

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