2001 Acura NSX vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538.
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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1992 BMW 538 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 538 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
