2005 Honda NSX vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Honda | Italdesign |
Model | NSX | Nazca |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |