2000 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Camaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 753 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |