2002 Acura NSX vs. 1952 Allard J2R
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 454 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1952 Allard J2R | |
| Make | Acura | Allard |
| Model | NSX | J2R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5415 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
