370 Nismo vs. NSX

marcussoori

Hey all, I have also owned a NSX in the past. I agree with what retiredmd says. This probably isn't relevant to the discussion, but there will always be a faster car than the one we are driving...we just may not know about it. In addition, retiredmd and others are right when they say a head-to-head comparison is most valid (but even then not totally accurate) when done on the same day and location with the same wheel sizes, tires, and pads...otherwise, we're just guessing.

Anyways, I love both cars for their looks, handling, (modified) sound, and more. But for the overall experience, the NSX is better than anything I have ever driven (including F355, Mini Cooper S, E46 M3, 911S, Cayman S, etc.)...seriously, driving a NSX at even 2mph feels like an EVENT. In contrast, the 370Z is the best overall car I've ever had (also taking into account reliability, gas mileage, maintenance/upgrade costs, utility, etc.).

I wish I could have both! Perhaps one day...

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retiredmd

But for the overall experience, the NSX is better than anything I have ever driven (including F355, Mini Cooper S, E46 M3, 911S, Cayman S, etc.)...seriously, driving a NSX at even 2mph feels like an EVENT. In contrast, the 370Z is the best overall car I've ever had (also taking into account reliability, gas mileage, maintenance/upgrade costs, utility, etc.).

I wish I could have both! Perhaps one day...[/QUOTE]

I quite agree. Let me add that my 3 NSXs were the most reliable cars I have ever owned, never requiring anything but routine service. I never, ever had to use the factory warranty. They were also very refined. It is a shame Mr. Sochiro Honda, the company's founder and the driving force behind the NSX concept, died early in the car's run. Had he remained alive, I believe the NSX, in coupe form only, would have survived, been further refined and improved.

marcussoori

Yes, I agree with you. My NSX was very reliable as well, the only repairs it needed in 5 years of ownership (I had a 1991 from 2000-2005, from 55-75k miles) that were not regular maintenance included A/C conversion and a clutch I ruined (my own fault after accidentally leaving the e-brake on one day). I meant to compare the 370Z's reliability to Porsches and my Mini and M3...sorry for not being clear on that.

By the way retiredmd, are you a NSXCA member?

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retiredmd

In years past, not only was I a member of the NSXCA, but served as Instructor in 2 club-sponsored driving events.
I forgot to mention, the NSX seats-despite minimal adjustability-were the most comfortable stock seats I have ever encountered.