2004 Acura NSX vs. 1992 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1992 BMW 520 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |