1995 Acura NSX vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | 70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3230 mm |