1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 669 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT has manual transmission. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | TX-GT | NSX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
