1998 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 15 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 113 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Z |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |