2005 Honda NSX vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 920 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. 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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | NSX | Elite |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |