2002 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | G37 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |