1996 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX 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 118 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | IS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |