2002 Acura NSX vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 10 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 963 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
