1995 Acura NSX vs. 1966 Ford Consul
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul 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 375 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1966 Ford Consul | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Consul |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1181 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |