Acura NSX vs BMW 318is
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 BMW 318is
Overview
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Type S | 318is |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169,500 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 16.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 600 hp (best) | 138 hp |
| Torque | 492 lb-ft (best) | 133 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4.4 cu ft | 9.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 2,976 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 3.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 178.5 in (best) | 174.5 in |
| Width | 76.3 in (best) | 67.3 in |
| Height | 47.8 in | 53.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura NSX | BMW 318is |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Type S $169,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 318is $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |