2000 Acura NSX vs. 2003 BMW 318
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2003 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 318 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |