1998 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW 745 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 745 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |