2004 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
