2002 Acura NSX vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 183 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 482 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | NSX | GT |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |