1996 Acura NSX vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Acura | MG |
| Model | NSX | MGC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
