2000 Acura NSX vs. 1966 Alvis TF
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Alvis TF.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1966 Alvis TF | |
Make | Acura | Alvis |
Model | NSX | TF |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |