1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 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 (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 316 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
