1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 Acura NSX
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 AC 2-Litre. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1952 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1952 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 AC 2-Litre | 2004 Acura NSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | 2-Litre | NSX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
