2001 Acura NSX vs. 2002 BMW Formula One
To start off, 2002 BMW Formula One is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. 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 2002 BMW Formula One. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Formula One.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Formula One. (355 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Formula One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2002 BMW Formula One | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | Formula One |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3246 cc |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
