1998 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |