1990 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | G35 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
