1995 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 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 382 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 609 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | NSX | 95 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
