2003 Acura NSX vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 176 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1956 BMW 507 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 507 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
