1981 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 BMW 525. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | NSX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |