1997 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | NSX | Berlina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |