We have already gotten intimately close to the American version of the new NSX super car, sold as an Acura. Now it’s Europe’s terms to sample their version, known over here as Honda NSX. The name carries a lot of weight and the car’s been hyped to death. So, does it live up to the expectations?
To find the answer Evo’s Henry Catchpole had to go to America, ironically, where he drove the 2017 Honda NSX on the road and the race track. Some say the new NSX is too sophisticated for its own good. Let’s see what Henry thinks:
Honda NSX Technical Specs:
| Type | Twin-turbocharged DOHC V6 |
| Layout | Longitudinally mid-mounted |
| Displacement | 3493 cc |
| Power – SAE Net | 500 hp @ 6500 – 7500 rpm |
| Torque (Nm) | 406 lb.-ft. (550) @ 2000 – 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Engine Speed | 7500 rpm |
| Power Output Per Lite | 143 hp/liter |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.6 in. x 3.5 in. |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Valve Train | 24 Valve, IN/EX VTC, chain-driven camshafts |
| Intake Valve Construction | Forged steel |
| Exhaust Valve Construction | Forged steel, sodium-filled |
| Valve Angle | 30 degrees (include angle) |
| Cylinder Block and Head Material | Aluminum alloy |
| Cylinder Bore Lining | Plasma transferred wire arc thermal spray |
| Cylinder Bank Angle | 75 degrees |
| Crankshaft Construction | Forged steel |
| Piston Construction | Cast aluminum with integrated cooling channel |
| Connecting Rod Construction | Forged steel, dowel pin |
| Fuel Injection | Direct and port |
| Throttle Control | Drive-by-Wire throttle system |
| Fuel Requirement | Premium unleaded |
| Lubrication | Dry sump system with 6-rotor scavenge pump |
| Oil Type | Synthetic 0W-40 |
| Cooling system | Liquid and oil cooling |
| Exhaust System Layout | Dual catalytic converter, dual path per bank |
| Turbocharger Type | Single vane |
| Maximum Boost Pressure | 105 kPa (1.05 bar) |
| Turbine Construction | Inconel |
| Wastegate Control | Electrical |
| Recirculation Valves | Air bypass type |
| Intercooler Dimensions | Width 232.2 mm; Height 382 mm; Thickness 64 mm |
