1997 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3510 mm |
