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Acura NSX -T 3.0 i V6 24V (274 Hp)
Overall Rating
Acura NSX:
The Honda NSX is a two-seater sports car manufactured by Honda over two generations. The first generation was produced from 1990 until 2006, whilst the second generation was made from 2016 to 2022. The first generation was introduced as a two-door coupé, with a two-door targa top variant later added, and has a rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. The second generation is only a coupé, and has a rear mid-engine, all-wheel-drive layout. The first generation has a transversely-mounted naturally-aspirated engine with a V6 configuration, whilst the second generation has a twin-turbocharged V6 engine supplemented by multiple electric motors in a petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain....(Read more on Wikipedia)
-T Overview:
Acura NSX (-T). With 284 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1425 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.9 s). The top speed reaches 270 km/h. A semi-convertible with a removable roof section and a full-width roll bar behind the seats. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 i V6 24V (274 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.0L C30A V6 delivers exhilarating performance with 274 Hp, a high-revving nature, and a 0-100 km/h sprint in 5.9 seconds, offering a truly engaging driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Achieving 10.3 l/100 km (approx. 22.8 MPG US) combined, the fuel economy is respectable for a mid-90s sports car of this caliber, balancing performance with reasonable efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and balance
- • Legendary Honda reliability for a sports car
- • Iconic styling and mid-engine layout
- • Engaging high-revving VTEC engine
- • Targa top offers open-air driving
- • Relatively practical for a supercar
Cons:
- • Increasingly high purchase price and maintenance costs
- • Interior design feels dated by modern standards
- • Limited trunk space (154L)
- • Road noise can be significant at speed
- • Parts for specific NSX components can be expensive/hard to find
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1990 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | NSX |
| Generation: | -T |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 24V (274 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Targa |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 274 Hp @ 7300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 92 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 284 Nm @ 5400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C30A [Same engine] More details about the engine C30A |
| Engine displacement: | 2977 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 16 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 270 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.2 kg/Hp, 192.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 199.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1425 |
| Max. weight: | 1610 |
| Max load: | 185 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 154 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4425 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1810 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1175 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2530 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1510 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1530 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/40 R17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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