1998 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2711 mm |
