1995 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 8 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 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 156 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 2003 Rover 75, 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 (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | NSX | 75 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
