2008 BMW M5 vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1991 Honda NSX. (281 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1755 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
