2000 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 13 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 (305 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
