1998 Acura NSX vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Acura | Daimler |
Model | NSX | Conquest |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |