2004 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
