1997 Honda NSX vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 TVR Tuscan. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 468 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | NSX | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |