While watching Motor Trend TV last night,I saw a report on the 2002 NSX(which I think is one of the best cars in the world though overpriced).I decided to get some hard numbers Comparing the Z,NSX and the Porsche 911 Coupe.

NSX-weight(3153),hp(290@7100),torque(224@5500),redline(8000),dra g(.30),length(174.2),width(71.3),0-60(4.8 as per MT).

Porsche-3130,320@6800,273@3500-4500,redline(?),175.9,69.7,0-62(5.0 seconds as per manufacturer specs)

Z-mostly estimates,weight(3100-3200),hp(280-300@6500),torque(270@5000),redline(6500?),drag(.31?)length(1 69),width(69),0-60(?)
It is amazing how close theses cars are in many specs except for one:PRICE.If the Z can perform anywhere close to these 2 cars,JMANZ prediction of a 0-60 time in 5.2 should be real close.

 

i doubt the Z will be as fast as the NsX. nsx hits high 12s in a 1/4 and thats something the Z cant do. sorri but stock for stock, should be no contest for the nsx

 

If the Z meets or exceeds the NSX numbers, which it looks like it does, and if it's hitting its peak hp and tq at lower rpms, which it looks like it will, why would the NSX be faster?

 

nissan promised us a 13 SEC CAR. or atleast under 14 sec. if the Z hits high 12s stock den i'll be damned. the nsx redlines at what? 8000 i think and the redlines at 6500. i know that dont matter much.. but still everything counts.

 

Oh I agree, but it was a serious question...I don't get the math. If the Z numbers equal the nsx (hp, tq, weight, etc) why would the nsx be that much faster?

 

Well, for the money, not much will compete with the Z. You can't take the same amount of money and get a brand new vehicle that will make more power from a N/A V6.

 

Touring is right, the NSX didnt get it's 290hp engine until 97.

But of course all we're talking about here is performance, which in my book is only part of the equasion. If we were comparing, say, interior materials and build quality, the cost of the NSX vs. the Z would be apperant.

(not to dis the Z, Im simply saying you cant state the NSX is over priced on performance values alone).

 

I am not saying the NSX is overpriced on performance.The car is pure quality,handbuilt and only 200 will be made for the US.What I mean is you can purchase many MB,Lexus,BMW that are 1000's less and have equal quality and performance.If money was no object the NSX is on my top 3.An exotic car that can be used everyday.

 

nsx is indeed a very imjpressive car! Handbuilt and the quality of it is also very impressive. Remeber nsx is not just only made for straight line performance but all around.

 

That is the best way to sum this car up! It can be driven everyday, pushed hard to it's limits' handle with the best sports cars on earth, pretty damn quick, and you can park it next to a 360 Modena or Diablo, and not be completely 'shut-down'! A very good friend and business partner of mine had a 2000 Black NSX with minor mods (exhaust & intake) but the appearance of that car draws oohs & ahhhs wherever we would go. I would keep the car and house-sit for him and drove that car to the limits (and yes, he knows how I am ) and I must say, to this day, for $80k if someone said: Marcus, you must choose 1 sports car for $80-$90k, a NSX would be in my garage! I've been fortunate to have driven among the best out there, and for this price: reliability, performance, and curb-side appeal, NSX wins hands down.

 

yum, at least you guys have good taste. a gucci leather jacket comes with a pretty high price tag. i bought my ex a hugo boss leather coat and that was a pretty $950 - and that wasn't even half his present. Well, Gucci or not, still a beautiful leather jacket.

 

I'm not even gonna front! This was a Christmas gift from my wife that I personally picked out. Are you ready for this: 100% Calfskin flawless tanning, stitching, and texture.............$250 from Wilsons!!! And you know the funny thing, you are the 3rd person who though that it was Gucci. I have about 4 leather coats, and this is one of the nicest (in overall look & quality) yet the next least expensive one I own is twice as expensive!!!

 

Actually my Mom's Latin and my Father is Black.

 

I also am in lust with the NSX and would get it over the Z if I had the bucks. I've never seen it in that color (in the picture with TxStyle) and I don't think it does much for the car. I really like the new blue NSX and I'm hoping that's what the Daytona Blue on the Z looks like.

 

By looking at numbers alone won't tell you the true perfomence of tha car. There are 100's of variables to contend with. Like track temp, track grip, driver, drive line loss, tires, etc. IMO, i think the NSX will still be faster. If not, then acura should slash the damn $85,000 price tag for the car.