2001 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.

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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 1993 Italdesign Nazca
Make Acura Italdesign
Model NSX Nazca
Year Released 2001 1993
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3500 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 480 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 470 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 1 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2610 mm


 

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