2002 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 152 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 968 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |