2002 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Record |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
