Honda NSX NA1
Aluminum, mid-engine, Senna-tuned. Japan's supercar.
12 reviewers · 4 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on value.
across 12 reviewers
"The NSX offered an affordable alternative while still providing the mid-engine exotic sports car experience."
Doug DeMuro · ▶ 4:01"a price that is rapidly climbing out of sight"
MotorWeek · ▶ 7:11Performance
4.0/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“the car feels so much more lively at Canyon speeds”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 13:48“our heavier open top NSX matched the standard cars 5.7 second 0 to 60 and ran a/4 M of 14.1 seconds at 101 mph”
positive · MotorWeek · ▶ 3:52“It had a like a sweet sounding VTEC 3 L uh naturally aspirated V6 that revved all the way out to 8,000 RPM.”
positive · Redline Reviews · ▶ 27:38Handling
5.0/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“see this is what steering's supposed to feel like”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 2:46“this unassisted steering rack slow ratio it requires you to really muscle it around through the hair pins and I wouldn't have it any other way it's so full of feedback”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 5:02“the NSX was still pure NSX light solid and superbly balanced”
positive · MotorWeek · ▶ 3:19Fun to drive
5.0/512 of 12 reviewersstrong consensus“it has character at any speed that's the difference between this and a lot of other I would say driver focused car nowadays”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 11:51“this is raw this takes effort but it's effort that you want to put in and it's effort that seems to be rewarding me”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 3:05“for me this is right up there with the GT3 in terms of involvement”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 6:47Daily drivability
4.0/512 of 12 reviewersconsensus“this really is an everyday Supercar... I'm comfortable I'm not too concerned”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 8:18“it actually rides significantly better than any other I would say sports car that I've owned”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 20:09“This car is proof that it certainly worked because this NSX has over 320,000 miles on the odometer.”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 3:41Value
4.0/512 of 12 reviewerssplit“a price that is rapidly climbing out of sight”
critical · MotorWeek · ▶ 7:11“The NSX offered an affordable alternative while still providing the mid-engine exotic sports car experience.”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 4:01“I can't think of another car I'd rather having that price point just for pure driving pleasure”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 5:07- The Drive
Driving a 1991 Acura NSX Made Me Cry
◆Worth itThe 1991 Acura NSX is a masterclass in purposeful engineering that remains deeply emotional and capable of delivering a world-class driving experience.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a reliable, analog, and highly engaging sports car that can be driven daily.
- Watch out
- Suspension may feel soft to some · Vintage electronics (though functional)
Quotes worth your time - Car and Driver
1997 Acura NSX-T Test: A Six-Speed and More Power Make Wishes Come True
◆Worth itThe 1997 NSX-T is a near-perfect evolution of the platform, though its rising price tag makes it a significant investment.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a reliable, daily-drivable exotic.
- Watch out
- High price point · Occasional roof squeaks · Mechanical shifter feel when cold
Quotes worth your time