2005 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan 4 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 140 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | NSX | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
