1998 Honda NSX vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf 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 (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 740 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | NSX | Elf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
