2000 Acura NSX vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530. 2011 BMW 530 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. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 530 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
