1998 Acura NSX vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2011 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3645 mm |
