2002 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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 (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Acura | Alvis |
| Model | NSX | TF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
