1994 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura NSX.
Because 1994 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 1994 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1994 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | DTS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2940 mm |
