2005 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 152 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
