Acura NSX vs BMW M8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 BMW M8
Overview
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW M8Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Type S | Competition |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW M8Competition |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169,500 | $138,800 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW M8Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 20.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW M8Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 600 hp | 617 hp (best) |
| Torque | 492 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW M8Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4.4 cu ft | 14.8 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 4,560 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 3.8 in | 4.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 111.3 in (best) |
| Length | 178.5 in | 191.8 in (best) |
| Width | 76.3 in (best) | 74.9 in |
| Height | 47.8 in | 53.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | BMW M8Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Type S $169,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Competition $138,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Competition $150,000 MSRP |
Acura NSX vs BMW M8 FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Acura NSX or 2025 BMW M8?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Acura NSX vs 2025 BMW M8 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Acura NSX or 2025 BMW M8?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 BMW M8 starts lower at $138,800.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Acura NSX or 2025 BMW M8?
- The 2025 BMW M8 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (138,800).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Acura NSX or 2025 BMW M8?
- The 2022 Acura NSX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Acura NSX or 2025 BMW M8?
- The 2025 BMW M8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (617).
- Which has better seats: 2022 Acura NSX or 2025 BMW M8?
- The 2025 BMW M8 leads on seats in this comparison (4).