1998 Acura NSX vs. 1993 BMW 520
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1993 BMW 520 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 520 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |