1998 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | Centieme |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
