2001 Acura NSX vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD 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 358 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | HD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
