1999 Acura NSX vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 118 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |