2008 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 535 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
