2008 BMW 528 vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1992 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
