1983 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | NSX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |