My NSX



Tan

 

 

*DROOOOOOL*
tnguyen0567, these are some very nice pix
Makes me wanna trade in my S2k for a NSX

But....... I want a new NSX not a used one *sigh*

 

Mike (Back-cracker) took a long ride in my NSX and is convinced that he needs to trade his Silver S2000 for a used NSX.

Tan

 

I really dig the '02 NSX in one of those pics, but why'd you have to post those at best avg. looking chicks in front of a riced-out NSX (neon & stickers? The owner s/b crucified!)? That positions it closer to the ricer crowd than the exotics that it deserves to be lumped in w/.

 

Got this from Acura.com. OK, I'd take an NSX if the price were comparable, but look how Chevy trumps the NSX:

- better gas mileage & lower weight (despite "old-fashioned" engine
- over twice the luggage capacity
- more interior room
- more std. features
- nearly double the tq. at a lower rpm
- very comparable residual values (but much better when you look @ $ depr. vs. %)
- no need to even discuss performance!


VALUE AND WARRANTY 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Base Price MSRP $ 89000 $ 50430
Destination Charge $765 $670
Special Package Not Available Optional
Automatic Transmission Not Available Not Available
Residual Values 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
ALG Residual Value after 36 Months 56% 53%
ALG Residual Value after 60 Months 44% 42%
5-year Maintenance & Repair Costs Not Listed Not Listed
Ownership Cost Rating Not Listed Not Listed
Warranty & Service Interval 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Basic Warranty Time (Months) 48 36
Basic Warranty Miles 50000 36000
Powertrain Warranty Time (Months) 48 36
Powertrain Warranty Miles 50000 36000
Rust Warranty Time (Months) 60 72
Rust Warranty Miles Unlimited 100000
Extended Service Interval Standard Standard
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Manual Air Conditioning Not Available Not Available
Automatic Climate Control Standard Standard
Rear Seat Heater Ducts Not Available Not Available
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Adjustable Steering Column Standard Standard
Navigation System Not Available Not Available
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Standard Not Available
Micron Air Filtration System Not Available Not Available
Cruise Control Standard Standard
Homelink Remote System Not Available Not Available
Seats 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Cloth Seats Not Available Not Available
Leather Trimmed Seats Standard Standard
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel Standard Standard
Front Bucket Seat Standard Standard
Power Driver Seat Standard Standard
Power Passenger Seat Standard Not Available
Front Power Memory Seat Not Available Optional
Front Heated Seat Not Available Not Available
Front Adjustable Seat Height Not Available Standard
Fold-Down Rear Seatback Not Available Not Available
Fold-Down Rear Center Armrest Not Available Not Available
Front Adjustable Lumbar Support Not Available Not Available
Sound System 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
AM/FM Stereo Standard Standard
Cassette Standard Not Available
Compact Disc Player Accessory Standard
Compact Disc Changer Accessory Not Available
Lighting 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Halogen Headlights Standard Standard
High-Intensity Discharge Headlights Standard Not Available
Headlight w/Auto-On/Off Not Available Not Available
Cargo Area Light Standard Standard
Map Light Not Available Standard
Glass & Mirrors 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Rear Window Defroster Standard Standard
Heated Mirrors Not Available Standard
Power Mirrors Standard Standard
Vanity Mirror Not Available Standard
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Not Available Standard
Instrumentation 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Tachometer Standard Standard
Outside Temperature Gauge Not Available Standard
Oil Gauge Standard Standard
Maintenance Interval Indicator Standard Standard
Remotes & Releases 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Remote Trunk Release Standard Standard
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release Standard Standard
Keyless Entry System Accessory Standard
Storage 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Cargo Net Not Available Not Available
Door Storage Standard Not Available
Seatback Storage Not Available Not Available
Armrest Storage Standard Standard
Trunk Pass-Through Not Available Not Available
Console Storage Standard Standard
Coin Box Standard Standard
Beverage Holders Standard Standard
Sunroof/Removable Top 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Removable/Convertible Top Standard Not Available
Moonroof Not Available Not Available
PERFORMANCE & ENGINEERING 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Engine & Transmission
Engine Name 3.2L V6 5.7L V8
Cylinders 6 8
Valves 24 16
Valves Configuration DOHC OHV
Displacement CC 3179 5665
Bore X Stroke 3.66x3.07 3.90x3.62
Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Horsepower 290 405
Horsepower rpm 7100 6000
Torque FtLbs 224 400
Torque rpm 5500 4800
Fuel System Multi-Port Fuel-Injected Sequential Electronic Fuel-Injected
Engine Location Mid-Mounted Front
Driveline Rear-Wheel Drive Rear-Wheel Drive
Transmission Speeds 6 6
Transmission Auto/Manual Manual Manual
Transmission Overdrive Y Y
Final Drive Ratio 4.06 3.42
Fuel Economy 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Fuel-Economy City 17 19
Fuel-Economy Highway 24 28
Combined Fuel-Economy 19 22
Steering, Braking, Traction 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Steering Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter, Left 38.1 40.2
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Standard Standard
Brakes (Front) Disc Disc
Brakes (Rear) Disc Disc
Limited-Slip Differential Standard Standard
Traction Control System Standard Standard
Suspension and Tires 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Suspension (Front) Independent Independent
Suspension (Rear) Independent Independent
Stabilizer Bar Standard Standard
Tires 215/45R17 265/40R17
Alloy Wheels Standard Standard
SAFETY 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Not Available Not Available
Child Proof Rear Door Locks Not Available Not Available
Intermittent Wiper Standard Standard
Rear Wiper Not Available Not Available
Rear Head Restraints Not Available Not Available
Anti-theft 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Vehicle Theft-Deterrent System Standard Standard
Radio Theft-Deterrent System Not Available Standard
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Curb Weight, MT 3153 3118
Curb Weight, AT Not Applicable Not Applicable
Ground Clearance 4.3 Not Listed
Height 46.1 47.7
Length 174.2 179.7
Track (Front) 59.5 62.4
Track (Rear) 60.7 62.6
Wheelbase 99.6 104.5
Width 71.3 73.6
Capacity & Volume 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
EPA Class Two Seater Two Seater
Cargo Volume (Manufacturer) 5.0 13.3
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.5 18.5
Passenger Volume (Manufacturer) 48.9 51.7
Seating (Standard) 2 2
Interior Dimensions 2002 Acura NSX 3.2 MT 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Headroom (Front) 36.3 37.8
Headroom (Rear) Not Applicable Not Applicable
Legroom (Front) 44.3 42.7
Legroom (Rear) Not Applicable Not Applicable
Shoulder Room (Front) 52.5 55.3
Shoulder Room (Rear) Not Applicable Not Applicable

 

FYI: Acura dealership desperate to get rid of a 2002 NSX-Targa in Southern California selling it below MSRP. $75K

 

Well said.

 

I think JB's points are well taken, especially when speaking to versatility. Most enthusiasts would be very lucky indeed to own a Ferrari, Lambo, Porsche 911 Turbo, etc... *IF* you could be there, or close, you would want a car that (1) was reliable, saving money and increasing available driving opportunities (2) versatile - able to track, autox, back road, and tour (3) looks good (4) is fun. Of all factors, #4 is the most important to me. One of the funnest cars I have owned was a Porsche 356 coupe (not even a fast (lol) one w/ 75 or 90 hp - mine was a Normal w/ 60 hp). But it was a kick to drive. Any pin head can compare #s and say, "This car is better than that car." If this was the end all of being a car enthusiast, then a computer could just rank the best car, and we'd all go buy it. I personally want a car that meets all 4 criteria above, esp. if it's going to $50K+ out of my pocket.
I love driving cars, and I've driven a lot of different cars. I've not been behind the wheel of an NSX. I have driven many, many Porsche across the model lines (mostly 911s). I have owned several Porsches. They fit the bill perfectly (plus criteria #5 - comfortably seating a 6'4" driver). The key is not what the numbers say, but what appeals to you. Fast cars are more fantasy than fact - a Civic can get you there.
Of course, if had an open budget (Jay Leno) I'd probably try to own the perfect car for every event - track cars, GT Tourers, 1/4 mile monsters, etc.

Cheers.

BTW - I perfectly agree w/ a prior post which cited the nature of this thread as being generally well-informed, well written, and not flame ridden.

 

NSX again???

S2Thizzle,
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The engineering of the car: mid-engine = near 50/50 weight distribution (similar to S2K), the materials used and the scarcity of the car are what make the NSX so pricey. BTW, MSRP was $89k,