1991 Honda NSX vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda NSX | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | NSX | 520 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |