2001 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3505 mm |
