2000 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (341 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
