2005 Acura NSX vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 246 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
Model | NSX | Guara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 413 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |