2001 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus LS.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
