1999 Acura NSX vs. 1960 Aston Martin DBR2
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 194 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | NSX | DBR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
