1995 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | NSX | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |