1998 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey 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 153 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Acura | Jensen |
Model | NSX | Healey |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 192 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 Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |