2001 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 357 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
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 (542 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | 17 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
