2004 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | Acura | Morgan |
Model | NSX | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |