1999 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B. 1971 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1971 Rover P5B | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | NSX | P5B |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |