1992 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1992 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | G25 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |