2005 Acura NSX vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1955 Buick 40 | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | 40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |