1998 Acura NSX vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX 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 101 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1999 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
