2006 BMW 535 vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 Honda 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 535 | 1994 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 535 | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |