1997 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1997 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 272 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |