1993 Acura NSX vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | FC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
