1995 Acura NSX vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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 236 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2005 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
