1997 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 10 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 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 71 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 414 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
Because 1997 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX. 2007 Lancia Phedra 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. 2007 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
