1997 Acura NSX Coupe Manual
The 1997 Acura NSX Coupe Manual is a 290-hp 3.2-liter coupe with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | V-6, DOHC VTEC, 24-valve; aluminum block w/ FRM cylinder liners; titanium connecting rods |
| Displacement | 3.2 L |
| Horsepower | 290 hp @ 7,100 rpm |
| Torque | 224 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm |
| Redline | 8,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, belt-driven; VTEC variable valve timing & lift |
| Bore and Stroke | 93.0 x 78.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with Variable Volume Induction System |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual with dual-mass flywheel and heavy-duty clutch |
| 1st Gear | 3.066 (47 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.956 (74 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.428 (101 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.125 (129 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.914 (158 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.717 (202 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.186 |
| Final Drive | 4.062 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded 91 octane |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, aluminum double-wishbone with coil springs, stabilizer bar, and compliance pivot |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, aluminum double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.7" (298 mm) diameter, 28 mm rotor thickness, ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.9" (303 mm) diameter, 23 mm rotor thickness, ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 7 JJ forged aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 8.5 JJ forged aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | 215/45ZR16 |
| Tires Rear | 245/40ZR17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174.2 in |
| Width | 71.3 in |
| Height | 46.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.6 in |
| Front Track | 59.4 in |
| Rear Track | 60.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,069 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 42% / 58% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 36.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.8 in |
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline