2002 Acura NSX vs. 1966 MG MGC
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGC.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1966 MG MGC | |
| Make | Acura | MG |
| Model | NSX | MGC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
