2002 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 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 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Acura | Morgan |
Model | NSX | 44 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |