1995 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 12 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 78 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | IS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |