1995 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 83 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 (414 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW Compact | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | Compact |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |