2007 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota GT1 has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
