1999 Acura NSX vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2005 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | M3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
