2005 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 181 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 Lexus SC (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
