2002 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 120 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
