1995 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 367 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2779 mm |
