M5 CS vs NSX Type S
BMW · Acura
1/4 Mile winner
NSX Type S
Beats the M5 CS by 0.14s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the NSX Type S beats the M5 CS comfortably, finishing 0.14 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the NSX Type S thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
627 hp
600 hp
0–100 km/h
3s
2.9s
Top speed
305 km/h
307 km/h
Engine
V8
Twin-Turbo V6 Hybrid
Fuel
Petrol
Hybrid
Torque
750 Nm
666 Nm
Price
$142,000
$157,000
Simulated race times
Distance
M5 CS
NSX Type S
100 m
4.655s
4.585s
1/8 mile
6.892s
6.792s
1/4 mile
10.388s
10.243s
1 km
18.721s
18.488s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: M5 CS is $142,000 vs $157,000 for the NSX Type S — a $15,000 gap. Power: M5 CS makes 27 hp more (627 vs 600). 0–100 km/h: NSX Type S is 0.10s quicker (3s vs 2.9s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the M5 CS or the NSX Type S?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the NSX Type S is faster, beating the M5 CS by 0.14 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M5 CS vs the NSX Type S?
The M5 CS hits 100 km/h in 3 seconds, while the NSX Type S does it in 2.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The M5 CS produces 627 hp; the NSX Type S produces 600 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The M5 CS tops out at 305 km/h, and the NSX Type S reaches 307 km/h.
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