1995 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 13 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 1995 Acura 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | I |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
