Thursday 24 July 2008

Honda NSX: Formula One brings winds of change in Europe

posted by Alison in: Brands Coupe Future Cars Honda Super cars

Honda NSX

How could we define this as anything but protectionist spirit? The comparison offered by Auto Express is hardly believable, reporting that the Honda NSX will challenge the Aston Martin V8, Jaguar XKR and even the Maserati GranTurismo. Although if the numbers offered by the Japanese company are correct, this model will beat the European coupés with its eyes shut.

The V10 5.5 should see some technical solutions strictly derived from Formula One technology, with even the possibility of deactivating some cylinders to reduce consumption and emissions. Power and torque will hit 590hp and 600Nm, while the F1 will provide top-end aerodynamics. According to some rumours, the final part of the car is like one large wing.

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