2001 Acura NSX vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 180 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| 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 | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
