2003 Acura NSX vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 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 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 125 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
