1990 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 478 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |