2007 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 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 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1445 kg | 1494 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
