1999 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 6 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Acura | Marcos |
Model | NSX | TSO |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |