2000 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 785 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3091 mm |
