1988 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M5 | NSX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |