2007 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
