2001 Acura NSX vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX. 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3060 mm |
