1995 Acura NSX vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 30 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | NSX | P4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |