1998 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | GS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |