2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 8 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (519 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | M6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 519 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 | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
