2000 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 52 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.
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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
