1997 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | HR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
