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2002 Honda NSX Coupe

2002 Honda NSX Coupe

2002 Honda NSX Coupe

Based on the Honda NSX shown at the toyko motor show, this is the first major update for the NSX line. Main changes from previous generation include: -A strong exterior design was created along with an improved aerodynamic performance by adopting the newly designed projector-type discharge headlights, the front bumper, rear bumper skirt, door garnish and the rear combination lamps. Change in the tire size and the adoption of the newly designed aluminum forged wheels that were jointly developed with BBS, have resulted in improvements in driving stability and cornering performance. New colors were selected for the meters, center panel, door panels and the audio equipment and air conditioner switches and controls. Changes and additions were made to the custom-order plan, offering rich combinations of interior and exterior colors, including the adoption of new colors for the body and interior.

In Detail

submitted by Richard Owen
engine Mid Longitudinal V6
valvetrain DOHC 4 Valves per Cyl w/VTEC
displacement 3179 cc / 194.0 in³
bore 93 mm / 3.66 in
stroke 78 mm / 3.07 in
compression 10.2:1
power 208.8 kw / 280.0 bhp @ 7300 rpm
specific output 88.08 bhp per litre
bhp/weight bhp per tonne
body / frame Unit Aluminum
front tires 215/40R17 83Y
rear tires 215/40R17 83Y
f brake size mm / in
r brake size mm / in
wheelbase 2530 mm / 99.6 in
front track 1510 mm / 59.4 in
rear track 1540 mm / 60.6 in
length 4430 mm / 174.4 in
width 1810 mm / 71.3 in
height 1170 mm / 46.1 in
transmission 6-Speed Manual
gear ratios 3.066:1, 1.956:1, 1.428:1, 1.125:1, 0.914:1, 0.717:1, :1
final drive 4.062:1
0 – 60 mph ~5.7 seconds
drag 0.30 Cd