2001 Acura NSX vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1989 BMW 750 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 750 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |