1995 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 476 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | LS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2969 mm |