1998 Honda NSX vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 74 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1950 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | NSX | P4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |