2005 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Venturi 400 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 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | NSX | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |