2000 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1537 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
