1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvair | NSX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
