1997 Honda NSX vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 472 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | NSX | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| 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 | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
