1993 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX 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 103 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX.
Because 1993 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 407 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
