2004 Acura NSX vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 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 48 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 245 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1996 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | 528 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
