1995 Acura NSX vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2934 mm |
