2003 Acura RSX vs. 2003 BMW 320
To start off, both 2003 Acura RSX and 2003 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 2003 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2003 BMW 320 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RSX | 320 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |