1995 Acura NSX vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 15 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 190 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 88 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2010 BMW 128 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 128 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2659 mm |