1995 Honda NSX vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 1969 Honda S800 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | S800 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |