2002 Acura NSX vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 6 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 230 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2008 BMW 550 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 550 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |