1992 Acura NSX vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 193 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 1996 BMW 525 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 525 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |