1991 ACURA NSX
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1991 ACURA NSX DASH
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The Acura NSX was introduced in 1990 and began production in 1991 at a time when the Japanese constructor was dominating the world of Formula 1 motor racing. The origins of the NSX trace back to 1984, with the HP-X (Honda Pininfarina Experimental) concept, which was a mid-engine 3.0 L V6 engine rear wheel drive sports car. Honda committed to the project, with the intention of meeting or exceeding the performance of the then V8 engine Ferrari at a lower price point. The concept evolved and had its name changed to NS-X, which stood for "New", "Sportscar" "Unknown (X) World", although the production model was launched as the NSX. The first NSX was sold to George Lucas but the most influential automotive person of Honda/Acura NSX engineering was Gordon Murray, later to be the designer of the world-famous McLaren F1 Supercar. Murray stated that he used the NSX as the inspiration for the F1 after test driving many high-performance cars and finding the NSX chassis performed the best. Murray stated that the design was "monumental" to sportscar design. The 1991 Acura NSX had a beginning MSRP of $66,000.
1991 ACURA NSX VTEC 3.0 ENGINE
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1991 ACURA NSX REAR STORAGE
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The NSX became the world's first mass produced car to feature an all aluminum body. It was powered by an all aluminum 3.0 L V6 engine, which featured Honda's VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) system developed in the 1980s, a 5-speed manual transmission, which allows the option of conventional automatic shifting or manually shifting with a fingertip shift lever on the steering column. The NSX debuted and was presented at the 1989 Chicago Auto Show and was built in a purpose made factory in Japan, for sale from 1990. It was originally available only as a coupe and, from 1995, a T-top. North American models were sold as the Acura NSX. It underwent a performance upgrade in 1997, which saw the arrival of a larger 3.2 L V6 engine, and a facelift in 2002 before being discontinued in 2005. To this day, the Acura NSX still has a strong base of fans and supporters around the world. Car enthusiasts describe the NSX as a supercar based on its styling, body style, drivetrain layout, packaging, and most importantly in the awesome manner it handles. This was the first real sports car in The Torrence Collection. The legendary NSX also made three appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, in 1994, 1995 and 1996.
Below is the example of the 1991 Acura NSX from The Torrence Collection.
