2001 Acura NSX vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |