2005 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Acura NSX
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2001 Acura NSX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | NSX | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
