2000 Acura NSX vs. 1987 BMW Z1
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1987 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
