2005 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 912 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 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, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | NSX | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
