2000 Acura NSX vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
