1995 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 14 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 550 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |