2002 Acura NSX vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |