2000 Acura NSX vs. 2002 BMW M3
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 360 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 BMW M3 (480 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2002 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
