1997 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | NSX | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |
