1998 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Acura | Venturi |
Model | NSX | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |