2005 Acura NSX vs. 2000 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2000 BMW 325 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |