2001 Acura NSX vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 12 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 169 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (447 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 6 series |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2855 mm |