2001 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Acura | Morgan |
Model | NSX | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |