1998 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 9 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 120 kg more 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 318 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |