2001 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 Acura NSX and 2001 BMW Z3 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 295 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3.
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 (304 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |