1999 Acura NSX vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1999 Acura 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1988 BMW 525 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 525 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |