2001 Acura NSX vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 10 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 224 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 530 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |