2006 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
