1997 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 523 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 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 Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |