1997 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 57 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
