1997 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 8 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Honda 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | G35 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |