1991 Acura NSX vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Acura 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1996 BMW 525 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 525 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |