2001 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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 (304 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
