1999 Acura NSX vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 396 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z. 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z. 1973 Datsun 240Z 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. 1973 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Acura | Datsun |
| Model | NSX | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2300 mm |
