2002 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 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 2 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus M250 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 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | NSX | M250 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |