Acura: NSX News
got to see the LFA!!! Wonder if he had to give his left acorn to arrange that. 
10-13-2011, 11:19 AM
#2602
Moderator
) - https://acurazine.com/forums/car-talk-5/lexus-lf-event-autobahn-cc-il-today-lots-pics-813179/And, I understand (but can't confirm), that he gave his right acorn, not his left.
10-13-2011, 11:22 AM
#2603
The sizzle in the Steak
Sly?!?!?!? Why you holding back on your TALES of the LFA?!?!?!
Do tell!!!! Do tell!!!!!!
Do tell!!!! Do tell!!!!!!
10-13-2011, 11:57 AM
#2604
6G TLX-S
, exactly the Honda way doing more for less. Same as the NSX having a V6 compared to the Ferrari 348 having a V8 and the S2000 having a I4 compared to the 6's of it's competition.I was kinda surprised the new NSX proto had a V10 since that went against the grain but I guess the F1 marketing connection may have influenced just like BMW did on the V10 for the M5 and M6.
Since recent years, it is no longer the case for the Honda V6 engine family. The Honda V6's have constantly been lagging behind in horsepower figures when compared with the industry's best same displacement, naturally-aspirated V6 engines.
However, Honda has been and is still the leader in I4 engine family in the hp/liter department against the world's bests.
It's just the aging J-series V6 family that Honda has no more technological breakthrough in order to crank out more hp/liter, while staying naturally-aspirated and hybrid-less.
10-13-2011, 12:04 PM
#2606
Senior Moderator
It was srika, folks.
That mofo got time in an LFA. DROVE IT.
Yes, I hate him.
That mofo got time in an LFA. DROVE IT.
Yes, I hate him.
10-13-2011, 12:05 PM
#2607
Senior Moderator
srika is also the nimrod who thinks the 959 looks "weird"...
10-13-2011, 12:26 PM
#2608
Moderator
10-13-2011, 12:41 PM
#2609
My apologies. 
Funny Autoblog just tested the LFA and raved..what a write-up...I posted in the other thread so we can stay on the NSX here
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/10/13/2...us-lfa-review/
Funny Autoblog just tested the LFA and raved..what a write-up...I posted in the other thread so we can stay on the NSX here
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/10/13/2...us-lfa-review/
10-13-2011, 12:44 PM
#2610
The sizzle in the Steak
10-13-2011, 01:26 PM
#2611
Senior Moderator
10-13-2011, 03:15 PM
#2613
Senior Moderator
people talking about me up in this beotch???? 
10-13-2011, 09:01 PM
#2614
AZ Community Team
You can't fault them for trying. By no means am I a fan of Lexus, I'm just saying that they are trying and they actually kept to their word and produced something. 
The problem with the LFA is that it's never gotten much attention outside of the hardcore auto press so it's not doing it's intended role of promoting Toyota and Lexus.
Even the NSX was never proven by marketing survey's to be of much impact to sales influence to other Acura models.
10-14-2011, 06:30 AM
#2615
AZ Community Team
"Doing more for less." That was the case for Honda/Acura dated many years back.
Since recent years, it is no longer the case for the Honda V6 engine family. The Honda V6's have constantly been lagging behind in horsepower figures when compared with the industry's best same displacement, naturally-aspirated V6 engines.
However, Honda has been and is still the leader in I4 engine family in the hp/liter department against the world's bests.
It's just the aging J-series V6 family that Honda has no more technological breakthrough in order to crank out more hp/liter, while staying naturally-aspirated and hybrid-less.
Since recent years, it is no longer the case for the Honda V6 engine family. The Honda V6's have constantly been lagging behind in horsepower figures when compared with the industry's best same displacement, naturally-aspirated V6 engines.
However, Honda has been and is still the leader in I4 engine family in the hp/liter department against the world's bests.
It's just the aging J-series V6 family that Honda has no more technological breakthrough in order to crank out more hp/liter, while staying naturally-aspirated and hybrid-less.
One thing to remember is Honda's J-series is a SOHC vs. the majority of the competition using DOHC so it makes variable valve timing more difficult.
10-14-2011, 07:47 AM
#2616
Senior Moderator
I agree you have to start somewhere and Honda's lip service has gotten old of late, but to me something in $100K-200K price range would have provided better market impact than $375K. More on the road and wider media coverage.
The problem with the LFA is that it's never gotten much attention outside of the hardcore auto press so it's not doing it's intended role of promoting Toyota and Lexus.
Even the NSX was never proven by marketing survey's to be of much impact to sales influence to other Acura models.
The problem with the LFA is that it's never gotten much attention outside of the hardcore auto press so it's not doing it's intended role of promoting Toyota and Lexus.
Even the NSX was never proven by marketing survey's to be of much impact to sales influence to other Acura models.
10-14-2011, 05:44 PM
#2617
6G TLX-S
Agree, Honda used to be the leader in small V6 gasoline motors but the competition has caught up and in some cases passed them.
One thing to remember is Honda's J-series is a SOHC vs. the majority of the competition using DOHC so it makes variable valve timing more difficult.
One thing to remember is Honda's J-series is a SOHC vs. the majority of the competition using DOHC so it makes variable valve timing more difficult.
Don't just talk, show some action, release the new V6's, be the industry leader again !
10-14-2011, 05:57 PM
#2618
AZ Community Team
11-28-2011, 01:06 PM
#2619
Acura NSX concep headed to Detroit?
The rumor mill is back in action as a new report is indicating Honda will unveil a Super Sports concept at the North American International Auto Show in January.
According to AutoCar, the vehicle will follow in the footsteps of the Small Sports EV concept and preview the styling direction for an NSX successor.
Powertrain details remain elusive, but speculation suggests the concept will be a hybrid or an electric vehicle. There's aword of an all-wheel drive system, but nothing is official as of yet.
According to AutoCar, the vehicle will follow in the footsteps of the Small Sports EV concept and preview the styling direction for an NSX successor.
Powertrain details remain elusive, but speculation suggests the concept will be a hybrid or an electric vehicle. There's aword of an all-wheel drive system, but nothing is official as of yet.
11-28-2011, 01:08 PM
#2620
Autocar
Honda has revealed that it is working on a new concept that hints at a range-topping sports coupe.
The Super Sports concept will follow the Small Sports EV Concept that will be unveiled at this week’s Tokyo motor show. The Super Sports design will be shown at the Detroit show in January and will form a halo model that suggests a spiritual successor to the NSX.
The existence of two concepts reiterates recent comments from Honda chiefs that the company is working on a range of sports models. President of Honda Motor Europe, Manabu Nishimae, described how the company “knows that there are customers who want Honda sports cars, and we are developing and intending to deliver products for them”.
There are no official details regards the Super Sports’ engine transmission, but expect a high-performance hybrid or electric powertrain in keeping with the company's current push towards further electrification of its range. An all-wheel drive system is also possible.
The Small Sports EV Concept that will be seen at Tokyo is expected to reach showrooms by 2013.
Honda has revealed that it is working on a new concept that hints at a range-topping sports coupe.
The Super Sports concept will follow the Small Sports EV Concept that will be unveiled at this week’s Tokyo motor show. The Super Sports design will be shown at the Detroit show in January and will form a halo model that suggests a spiritual successor to the NSX.
The existence of two concepts reiterates recent comments from Honda chiefs that the company is working on a range of sports models. President of Honda Motor Europe, Manabu Nishimae, described how the company “knows that there are customers who want Honda sports cars, and we are developing and intending to deliver products for them”.
There are no official details regards the Super Sports’ engine transmission, but expect a high-performance hybrid or electric powertrain in keeping with the company's current push towards further electrification of its range. An all-wheel drive system is also possible.
The Small Sports EV Concept that will be seen at Tokyo is expected to reach showrooms by 2013.
11-28-2011, 01:13 PM
#2621
Senior Moderator
Does electric mean what it does for the Fit EV? Lease only and 1,100 leased over the next 3 years? If it does then who cares.
Lets hope they're smarter than that.
Lets hope they're smarter than that.
11-28-2011, 01:30 PM
#2622
New rumor straight from my asshole:
Asshole
Honda has revealed that it is most certainly not working on a range-topping sports coupe.
The Super Sports concept, which will never exist, could have been unveiled at this week’s Tokyo motor show. Instead Honda is preparing several poorly thought out EV concepts which will neither excite nor entice any visitors to the show.
President of Honda Motor Europe, Manabu Nishimae, described how the company “knows that there are customers who want Honda sports cars, and, well, fuck those guys”.
There are no official details regarding anything exciting coming out of Honda in the near or distant future, although some rumors suggest that Honda may be prepping a Prius V-fighter which will be using a gasoline/hybrid drivetrain to deliver efficient gas mileage with a Honda inspired flair for boredom. If the rumors are true, look forward to this new "NSX" to hit shores sometime in 2015 with seating capacity for 7.
Asshole
Honda has revealed that it is most certainly not working on a range-topping sports coupe.
The Super Sports concept, which will never exist, could have been unveiled at this week’s Tokyo motor show. Instead Honda is preparing several poorly thought out EV concepts which will neither excite nor entice any visitors to the show.
President of Honda Motor Europe, Manabu Nishimae, described how the company “knows that there are customers who want Honda sports cars, and, well, fuck those guys”.
There are no official details regarding anything exciting coming out of Honda in the near or distant future, although some rumors suggest that Honda may be prepping a Prius V-fighter which will be using a gasoline/hybrid drivetrain to deliver efficient gas mileage with a Honda inspired flair for boredom. If the rumors are true, look forward to this new "NSX" to hit shores sometime in 2015 with seating capacity for 7.
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11-28-2011, 02:04 PM
#2623
Senior Moderator
11-28-2011, 03:04 PM
#2626
The sizzle in the Steak
11-28-2011, 06:22 PM
#2628
Cool...they can put all of their recent F1 experience to work.
11-28-2011, 11:53 PM
#2629
6G TLX-S
11-28-2011, 11:56 PM
#2630
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But the NSX gets 2 more mpg overall than any Ferrari does.
But the NSX gets 2 more mpg overall than any Ferrari does.
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11-29-2011, 12:14 AM
#2631
Red text denotes an ironic or satirical remark.
...in case anyone doesn't remember, or is new. Whatever the case may be...
...in case anyone doesn't remember, or is new. Whatever the case may be...
11-29-2011, 01:00 AM
#2632
6G TLX-S
Learn something new everyday.
11-29-2011, 01:11 AM
#2633
11-29-2011, 10:52 PM
#2634
Whats up with RDX owners?
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12-29-2011, 01:57 PM
#2636
Senior Moderator
looks hot as hell!!!!!!!!!!!!!
12-29-2011, 01:59 PM
#2637
Senior Moderator
12-29-2011, 02:10 PM
#2638
Senior Moderator
Does look good. Lets hope these pics are close to reality.
But didn't they say is would have the Acura signature grille? (beak) Smaller I'm sure like the Avengers car.
But didn't they say is would have the Acura signature grille? (beak) Smaller I'm sure like the Avengers car.
12-29-2011, 02:16 PM
#2639
Suzuka Master
I dunno, looks a bit odd to me, I hope its different.
12-29-2011, 02:38 PM
#2640
I know that Jeff on TOV says the concept from the movie is pretty much what we're getting as the production model, but here's hoping it's a little bit more special looking than that, especially in the front, which to me looks like a CR-Z molded into mid-engine sports car.
I think they have to stick to the Acura penta-grille, which is fine, but I would like to see them cleverly integrate that into the design. they don't need to spell it out for us that this is an Acura, look at its corporate grille.
I think they have to stick to the Acura penta-grille, which is fine, but I would like to see them cleverly integrate that into the design. they don't need to spell it out for us that this is an Acura, look at its corporate grille.