1998 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 14 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2012 Lexus LS 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. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | LS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3091 mm |