2000 Acura NSX vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
