2002 Acura NSX vs. 1992 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 117 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1992 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 318 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |