2008 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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 X5 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2099 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |