2008 BMW 550 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |