1991 Acura NSX vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (159 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 MG TF. 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Acura | MG |
| Model | NSX | TF |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
