2003 Ford GT vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1993 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX. 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 1993 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | GT | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |