2007 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. 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 (298 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
