1998 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2005 Ford GT | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 551 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 678 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |