1997 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX 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 161 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1997 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | NSX | 75 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |