1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Corsair | NSX |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 252 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |