2000 Honda NSX vs. 1954 Studebaker Champion
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker Champion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker Champion would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker Champion. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker Champion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 Studebaker Champion. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1954 Studebaker Champion | |
| Make | Honda | Studebaker |
| Model | NSX | Champion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
