2002 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. 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 (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | NSX | P6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
