2008 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2003 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2003 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |