2000 Acura NSX vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 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 340 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 318 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
