1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
