1998 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX 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 175 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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 (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | NSX | 44 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |