1995 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | NSX | Seven |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
