2001 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, both 2001 Acura NSX and 2001 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3.
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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW M3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | M3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |