2003 Acura NSX vs. 2001 BMW 735
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2001 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 735 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
