1996 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda 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 78 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |