1997 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 12 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1997 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 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | I |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
