2005 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
