1998 Acura NSX vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 14 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, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
