1998 Acura NSX vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1996 BMW 332 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 332 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |