2002 Acura NSX vs. 2007 BMW M6

To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura NSX 2007 BMW M6
Make Acura BMW
Model NSX M6
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 4999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 249 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 6100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1940 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L