1996 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 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 161 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 189 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | NSX | 2200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |