1999 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX 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 76 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 974 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Acura | Caterham |
Model | NSX | 7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |