Oct 242012
 

Last year we saw Acura NSX prototype official launch and this year Acura plans to debut Acura NSX production version at Detroit Motor Show. The Honda Acura executive told that the production version of the NSX is identical to the concept car in terms of styling.

acura-nsx

According to source, it has an ultra sophisticated hybrid system featuring two Electric Motor Drive Unit with adjustable control system. This system also has a powerful next generation VTEC V-6 engine with direct-injection. The estimated power output is 400 hp (298 kW) and this new NSX will be engineered and built in the U.S. The work is being controlled by Honda’s R&D Americas at a plant in Central Ohio.

Acura NSX front view

A Honda executive also told that the new NSX could enter in GT racing mostly in 2014. For further details regarding the Acura’s NSX, we have to wait till it comes.

Acura NSX revealed

Acura NSX concept

Acura NSX prototype

 

 Posted by at 4:19 am
Oct 112012
 

Recently one contributor Ezra Dyer pitted a Tesla Model S Electric Sedan against one of the Germany’s famous performance car 2013 BMW M5. The end result was closer than anyone expected.

Drag race-bmw and tesla

The 2013 BMW M5 has a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 engine with 560 HP and 500 lb-ft of torque with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. Next the 2013 Tesla Model S Performance has a rear-located electric motor rated for 416 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. Its motor produces all the torque instantly, whereas M5’s torque band peaks at 1500 rpm.

BMW M5 vs Tesla Model S

And comparing prices and weight, there is slight difference between two. BMW M5 priced an $106,695 and weighs 4387 lbs, while the Tesla Model s costs $102,270 and weighs 4670 lbs.

BMW M5 vs Tesla S

BMW and Tesla

BMW M5 and Tesla S

BMW vs Tesla

 Posted by at 3:56 am
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