2000 Acura NSX vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1990 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 234 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
