An Advanced Sports Car Concept from Japanese roots
Acura’s “Advanced Sports Car Concept” has arrived.
Figuring to surpass other models like the 2008 Lexus LF-A and 2007 Nissan GT-R, Acura unveiled the 2009 NSX recently at the Detroit Auto Show.
In an effort to make it run toe to toe with top models like the Porsche 911 Turbo, Ferrari F430, Lamborghini Gallardo and the new Maserati GT, the “future” Acura NSX will be boosted by a 4.5L V10 engine that ensures bigger output than the past NSXs, though smaller than the current BMW’s M5 and the upcoming Lexus V10. NSX is expected to reach around 120HP/L with max output of 550Hp. Top speed is projected to be around 200 mph and the 0 to 60 mph sprint in 3.8 seconds.
Tipped as the most powerful Acura ever produced, the 2009 NSX is said to be more in the line of British GT’s than Italian Ferraris. Even though it is designed as a typical roadster, it will retain much of its Acura looks, but not necessarily the characteristics of its predecessors.
Honda’s “Super Handling AWD” system will possibly be included in the new NSX. SH-AWD is capable applying a greater percentage of overall torque to the rear wheels in aggressive driving situations. The SH-AWD technology was first used by Acura and is fairly fitted for high performance vehicles. Its success led to its application on some of Acura’s high-performance vehicles.
The Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept presented at 2007 Detroit Auto Show featured a 19-inch front and 20-inch rear performance tires which are mounted to custom billet-machined, polished aluminum wheels. Powerful, ventilated carbon ceramic brake discs and eight-piston calipers accent the wheels. Bold wheel arches and flares add to the concept’s aggressive appearance.
NSX’s interior is constructed entirely of tinted glass and sits well against the body. Door handles are also flush mounted, allowing the sports car to retain a clean and aerodynamic appearance. A carbon fiber underbody and aggressive quad exhaust pipes with integrated rear diffusers highlight NSX’s high performance potential.