2001 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS.

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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2010 Cadillac CTS
Make Acura Cadillac
Model NSX CTS
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 480 HP 304 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 370 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2880 mm