2000 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 109 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
