1996 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 1996 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
