2000 Acura NSX vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 13 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 BMW M3. (408 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2761 mm |
