2005 Acura NSX vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1995 BMW 520 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
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 |