1996 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 122 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda NSX 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model NSX New Beetle
Year Released 1996 1999
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1248 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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