1998 Acura NSX vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Catalina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6891 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3080 mm |