1998 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2011 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | DBS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2741 mm |