1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 11 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 (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2009 BMW 130 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. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 130 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |