2002 Acura NSX vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX 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 138 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 320 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |