1998 Honda NSX vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
