NSX: The ULTIMATE History of Honda's Supercar (Documentary)
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 2 июн 2024
- The Honda NSX is one of the most important sports cars of all time. It was the first production car to make use of an aluminum frame which was lighter and stiffer than that of the competition. The NSX also made use of VTEC technology. This made it an exceptional performer in both low and high-speed situations. This car's focus on ergonomics and livability set it apart from its contemporaries. Developing the NSX wasn't easy. The road from conception to production was rife with setbacks and roadblocks, but Honda never compromised on their vision. The NSX was a revelation when it was released in 1990 and its impact can still be felt in the automotive industry more than 15 years after its discontinuation.
0:00 INTRO
00:32 1989 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW
03:26 ORIGINS
08:21 PLANNING
16:02 DESIGN
21:52 ALUMINUM FRAME
30:49 SENNA/PROTOTYPING
35:29 VTEC/POWERTRAIN/FACTORY
43:52: MARKET INTRODUCTION
49:42 UPDATES/NSX-R/S/T
59:50 DECLINE/LEGACY
ARTICLE
www.barchetta.co/articles/honda-nsx
SOURCES
www.barchetta.co/nsx-sources 
Авто/Мото
I was an Acura dealer tech in the late ‘90’s/early 2000’s and was lucky enough to work on a few of these, and I mean VERY FEW! We had to watch videos in the dealership before they came out to know that to do when they came in for service. With the exception of regular service or to replace the rear tires, they were as reliable as an Accord. The engine had a safeguard that would not allow it rev above a certain rpm until it was up to operation temperature to avoid premature wear or damage. It was a quiet, civilized car that could be driven daily but still go play on the twisties or drive cross-country without blinking. Seeing this brings back many fond memories! Thanks!❤
That was great to read. Thanks got watching
A one-hour documentary about my favorite car ever. I'm not gonna let this one slip
Hagerty needs to hire you for a series. Your research, writing and ability to spot a fantastic subject worth telling its story are top notch
Wow. That really means a lot. Thank you.
@@Barchetta I've definitely got to second this comment, you're making some real quality stuff and it would be awesome to see you supported by something like Hagerty. Definite potential to be on that level
Agreed!
@@Barchetta you should definitely apply to hagerty or something. Or a hagerty sponsorship?
@@Barchetta Joe’s comment is SPOT ON. I purchased a 1996 NSX-T a little over two years ago and with it LITERALLY* being a dream car, I’ve read everything and anything about the NSX including a few books from Japan, and he hit every detail and them some. I didn’t think there was anything new for me to learn, but I did learn a few new facts from this video.
I’m particularly impressed that he got the origin of the “X” in NSX standing for the “unknown variable” as pretty much EVERYONE thinks it stands for “Experimental”. This video is EASILY the best documentary on the NSX, and believe me when I tell you that I’ve seen ALL of them. Bravo!! 👏 👏 👏
* I literally had dreams about the NSX when it came out. Literally and figuratively…
Great documentary on the NSX. I am a self admitted Honda fanboy and have owned many Hondas. I genuinely believe Honda will go down in history as one of the greatest car companies of all time. This is all without having even mentioned their motorcycles.
First the Lexus documentary and now this? Epic.
For me, the Miura created the supercar, NSX perfected it.
No one can design a super/hyper car without looking to these two cars for reference
I truly appreciate Honda and the Japanese people take pride in their work. They took the world championship driver's words seriously instead of shrugging it off.
And I know this is going to be a very well thought out documentary if it's 1 hr long, I wouldn't miss it. 🤟🏻
They did ask for an opinion and advice, they better take it! lol
You are criminally under subscribed. Another great video. Well done.
We are on our way. Thanks for your support.
Proud to own a piece of Super Car History . A true Unicorn. It was always my dream to own one and made that dream come true 9 years ago.
You're on track to great things if you keep making videos like this. Impressive as always.
Thank you very much!
👋Hands down the best, most comprehensive compendium of the NSX's history and background I've seen. Very nice work! Well done!
Excellent work!
I understand why this car was such an icon now. Its longevity was quite remarkable for the era.
A comprehensive, well written video for a legendary car. Thank you so much for putting out quality videos on car history.
Looking forward to seeing the LS video done, and whatever else you have in mind.
A great recap of Honda NSX history. Honda fans will definitely appreciate the level of detail here.
The first generation NSX really is an utterly timeless design.
Love the long format videos!!
You know people always mention the design being too low key…. I love it. I’d buy one now and leave it all stock in terms of body maybe a bigger wing and ofc engine and transmission would need an upgrade but… I really really like it and since I saw it in gran turismo (game) this car for me is iconic.
1:03:59 This is interesting because the 2007 V10 Concept sounds like it could have become a Lexus LFA or Nissan GT-R competitor; especially if it included Acura’s innovative (and new at the time) SH-AWD to stack up against 2006 AWD Quattro V10 Audi R8’s.
1:05:39 I would argue that the C8 Chevorlet Corvette, 2006 Audi R8, and Lotus Evora GT sets out to emulate what the first gen 1990 Acura NSX wanted to do with lighter-weight, lower cost, sports cars that are comfortable.
Your channel is super underrated, I’ll be telling everyone I know to subscribe and watch your automotive history content! Keep doing what you’re doing bro I know it takes a lot of time to make these videos, the informative entertainment you provide makes my evening every time👍🏻
I'm so lucky to have stumbled across these videos. so beautifully written with perfect footage. amazing. sheer quality
STANDING OVATION FOR THIS VIDEO AND PRODUCTION!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I must say you covered more than what most youtubers covered on any car and you really did your homework. The storytelling is sublime and I felt you connected more with the viewer than most content creators in this segment and even made an hour long video feel like 20 mins. Keep up the great work, you're the one to look out for.
Thank you. That means a lot.
@@Barchetta Anytime 👍🏾
The best 1 hour and 6 seconds i have expended of my life
LOVE YOUR VIDEOS BRO. Definitely need more subs. Quality is insane!
I appreciate that! Thank you.
The best documentary of this car I have watched soo far. Car is absolute legend, thank you for this.
Still have my 1990 year NSX still kicks ass and on the twisted bits and it’s starting go gain in value again too
God I wish I could subscribe more than once…
Another awesome detailed video! Thanks!
Such a great video on the history of the NSX. Well done! Just a side note the second gen NSX is not a plug in Hybrid. Its simply hybrid. Thank you for making this awesome documentary.
Best video on NSX I have ever seen
Thanks for watching
Thanks for the video, it is simply fantastic. If possible it will be great to see videos for S2000, Integra DC2 and 5th generation Honda Civic. Ciao
Thanks for your suggestions. I’ve added them all to my list. I appreciate the support.
This was great!
Nothing destroys an interesting documentary like a synthetic voice
Brilliant video. A1 ☝🏼
Thank you very much.
I have always love this car from concept to production. I have seen several documentaries about it, but yours is really good.
YES YES YES
Informative vid thanks for sharing
Great video and info, man! 👏👏👏
Incredible research. Thanks for the documentary.
Love this channel! I'd love to see you do a similar take on the Honda Prelude. Great history, and has some present relevancy as well. Cheers.
Added to the list. Thank you
@@Barchetta YES!!!
An incredible documentary on a revolutionary car. Good job sir.
Hope to see you channel blowup soon! ty for the video
You and me both! Thanks for your support all these years.
Has a owner of a 91 NSX I enjoy your documentary now I only wish I never sold my NSX …..WELL DONE
Finally a bad ass doc on the nsx
jus enjoyed really good put together documentary
Really enjoying your videos!
This made me tear up. I appreciate these video essays so much and I love and appreciate your for taking the time and energy into creating this video for us to watch! It was beautifully and masterfully done! I can't wait for more videos like this
Excellent documentary everything was perfect and your researching was outstanding I loved it congratulations keep up the good work
Edit: You deserve much more attention I just found your channel and I can see that you have very interesting videos and so little subscribers...new subscriber here and I'll recommend you to my friends
Thank you so much!
Subbed. Very professional, and interesting production
awesome material about awesome car. I did not know that F16 was an inspiration for this car design, as well as many other facts. THANKS!!! great channel for true automotive enthusiasts!!
14:53 47:43 49:58 it really is interesting to look at the 1990 Acura NSX against its contemporaries because one can see all these trade offs weighed in by different companies when one look at the concept Nissan MID4 II, Mitsubishi 3000GTO, Toyota Supra MK4, Nissan Skyline GTR, Mazda RX-7 FD, Subaru SVX, Nissan 300ZX, Porsche 944, Dodge Viper, and C4 Chevorlet Corvette.
...and Senna asked them to make it 50% stiffer...
Brilliant documentary friend :)
I'll take mine in 'Brooklands Green'
Pop Up headlights only need apply
Excellent documentary. Thank you. I'd rather it wear the Honda badge. Shalom
Beautiful video, beautiful car. It’s all great
Only 9k subs? You deserve millions
Did I hear correctly that Honda initially expected the NSX to cost just $20,000? Devaluing of the dollar aside, I just don't see how an aluminum car with a bespoke engine could get anywhere close to that. Truly wild expectations these guys had.
This fucking intro is an absolute masterpiece, a true homage to 90s gran turismo-style jdm b-roll, love it
I know you researched and presented wonderfully but maybe see if maybe you can Amazon affiliate link or share your sources
( Love the work it left me wanting more even more)
Thanks. I've linked my sources below.
BOOK SOURCES
Acura Division of American Honda Motor Co. Inc. (1991). NSX: Technical Information and Development History. www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Books
enthuCARguide. (2018). honda nsx story: enthuCARguide DIRECT (Japanese Edition). enthuCARguide.
Long, B. (2014). Honda Acura NSX: Honda’s Supercar [E-book]. Veloce publishing Ltd.
Prato, B. D. (1993). Honda NSX (La Collection). Automobilia. www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Bruno_De_Prato
WEB SOURCES
Acoba, P. (2018, February 9). Honda’s CEO redlined the NS-X onstage before its debut in 1989. Tiremeetsroad. tiremeetsroad.com/2018/02/09/hondas-ceo-redlined-nsx-onstage-debut-1989/
Acoba, P. (2019, February 7). 1989 Acura NSX prototype had a SOHC engine from an Acura Legend Sedan. Tiremeetsroad. tiremeetsroad.com/2019/02/06/1989-acura-nsx-prototype-had-a-sohc-engine-from-an-acura-legend-sedan/
Air Force. (n.d.). F-16 Fighting Falcon. www.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/104505/f-16-fighting-falcon/
Bedard, P. (1990, September). Tested: Five-Way 1990 Sports Car Shootout. Car and Driver. www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison-test/a15140663/porsche-911-carrera-4-cabriolet-vs-acura-nsx-chevrolet-corvette-zr-1-ferrari-348ts-lotus-esprit-turbo-se-archived-comparison-test/
Chen, J., & Estevez, E. (2021, July 26). Plaza Accord Definition. Investopedia. www.investopedia.com/terms/p/plaza-accord.asp#:%7E:text=The%20Plaza%20Accord%20was%20a,and%20the%20German%20Deutsche%20mark.
Constantine, C. (2020, April 5). One-of-51 Acura NSX Zanardi Edition For Sale Is the Best of Its Breed. The Drive. www.thedrive.com/news/32890/one-of-51-acura-nsx-zanardi-edition-for-sale-is-the-best-of-its-breed
Electric Power Steering. (n.d.). Nsxprime. www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/Technical/eps.htm
F1’s wildest ever race? - 9 reasons Dallas ‘84 will never be forgotten. (2015, October 21). Formula 1® - The Official F1® Website. www.formula1.com/en/latest/features/2015/10/9-reasons-why-the-84-dallas-grand-prix-was-one-of-the-wildest-ra.html
Finite Element Analysis Software (FEA Software). (n.d.). Autodesk. www.autodesk.com/solutions/finite-element-analysis#:%7E:text=Finite%20element%20analysis%20(FEA)%20is,the%20way%20it%20was%20designed.
Florea, C. (2022, March 24). In 1899, this torpedo-shaped EV became the first car to hit 100 kph. Autoevolution. www.autoevolution.com/news/in-1899-this-torpedo-shaped-ev-became-the-first-car-to-hit-100-kph-184772.html
Formula 1. (n.d.). Ayrton Senna | Formula 1®. Formula 1® - The Official F1® Website. www.formula1.com/en/drivers/hall-of-fame/Ayrton_Senna.html
Gold, A. (2020, August 19). History of the Nürburgring, the World’s Most Famous Racetrack. MotorTrend. www.motortrend.com/features/history-of-the-nurburgring/
Honda HP-X. . . (2019, March 9). Old Concept Cars. oldconceptcars.com/1930-2004/honda-hp-x-1984/
Honda News. (1990, June 3). 1991 Acura NSX - Engine Part 1 [Press release]. hondanews.com/en-US/releases/1991-acura-nsx-engine-part?page=501
Honda News. (2022, February 6). VTEC® [Press release]. hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/release-b50efa689496a1943cdccc46490f00df-vtec
Honda Newsroom. (1990, June 2). 1991 Acura NSX Press Kit [Press release]. hondanews.com/en-US/releases/release-4edb8848ab8a9f2f9a24ee004c34ca7a-1991-acura-nsx-introduction
Honda Newsroom. (2004, March 4). 縺輔ｈ縺 [Press release]. www.honda.co.jp/takanezawa/
Honda Newsroom. (2019, February 6). Acura Marks 30 Years Since Debut of Iconic NSX Supercar [Press release]. hondanews.com/en-US/releases/acura-marks-30-years-since-debut-of-iconic-nsx-supercar
Ismail, A. (2021, May 26). The Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept Was The NSX Successor Nobody Remembers. Jalopnik. jalopnik.com/the-acura-advanced-sports-car-concept-was-the-nsx-succe-1846967393
Jurnecka, R. (2020, May 29). Mazda RX-7: History, Generations, Specifications. MotorTrend. www.motortrend.com/vehicle-genres/mazda-rx7-history-generations-specifications/
Katz, J., PhD. (2018, December 6). An Introduction to Automobile Aerodynamics. Mechanix Illustrated. mechanixillustrated.technicacuriosa.com/2017/03/04/an-introduction-to-automobile-aerodynamics/
Matsuo, Y. (1990, November). Honda NSX-A New Value Set For Sports Cars. Car Styling. www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/Media/magazines/cs_9011.htm
Maw, I. (2018, February 4). The Battle of the Bodies; Steel vs. Aluminum in Automotive Production. Engineering. www.engineering.com/story/the-battle-of-the-bodies-steel-vs-aluminum-in-automotive-production
One-Owner 12k-Mile 1999 Acura NSX Zanardi Edition #51. (n.d.). Bring A Trailer. bringatrailer.com/listing/1999-acura-nsx-zanardi-51/
Oshiro, P. (2019, December 20). Shaken and Self Inspection - Japan Car Direct - JDM Export Import Pros. Japan Car Direct. japancardirect.com/japan-car-news/shaken-self-inspection/
Padeanu, A. (2017, December 20). 2003 Honda HSC: Concept We Forgot. Motor1.Com. www.motor1.com/news/225026/concept-we-forgot-honda-hsc/
Reips, J. (2020, April 30). How to properly weld aluminum. Binzel-Abicor. blog.binzel-abicor.com/how-to-properly-weld-aluminum
Schuon, M. (1990, November 11). About Cars; Acura’s NSX: All-Aluminum Exotica. The New York Times. www.nytimes.com/1990/11/11/sports/about-cars-acura-s-nsx-all-aluminum-exotica.html?searchResultPosition=12
Severson, A. (2014, July 11). Bridging the Gap: The Honda / Acura Legend and Rover 800. Ate Up With Motor. ateupwithmotor.com/model-histories/acura-legend-rover-800-sterling/view-all/
Sherman, D. (2020, October 28). From Durkopp to Musk: The 120+ year story of aluminum in the auto industry. Hagerty Media. www.hagerty.com/media/car-design/from-durkopp-to-musk-the-120-year-story-of-aluminum-in-the-auto-industry/
Smithmetal. (n.d.). 6000 Series Aluminium | Aluminium 6000 Series. www.smithmetal.com/6000-series-aluminium-alloys.htm
Spirit Racing - F1technical.net. (n.d.). F1 Technical. www.f1technical.net/f1db/teams/103
st. Antoine, A. (1991, August). Tested: 1991 Nissan 300ZX Turbo vs. Dodge Stealth R/T Turbo. Car and Driver. www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison-test/a15140581/nissan-300zx-turbo-vs-dodge-stealth-r-t-turbo-archived-comparison-test/
Thorn, D. (2018, June 19). The Honda-Powered F1 Team Everyone Forgets About. WTF1. wtf1.com/post/the-honda-powered-f1-team-everyone-forgets-about/
Tyer, B. (2020, December 17). Guide: Honda NSX 3.2 Type R GT. Supercar Nostalgia. supercarnostalgia.com/blog/honda-nsx-type-r-gt
What is Aluminum Extrusion? The Process in 10 Steps. (2022, January 25). Gabrian. www.gabrian.com/what-is-aluminum-extrusion-process/
Whitworth, B. (2002). Retro review: the Honda NSX Type-R Reviews 2022. Top Gear. www.topgear.com/car-reviews/nsx-r/first-drive
Winck, B. (2022, April 27). The 1990 recession is a cautionary tale for today’s economy. Business Insider. www.businessinsider.com/next-recession-first-normal-downturn-three-decades-economic-outlook-2022-4?
beautiful storytelling. 👏🏼
The NSX was launched during the height of one of the worst recessions in history and although it garnered praise, it just didn't sell.
16:39 i have been told routinely by others that styling is subjective, not objective; however there are rare cars like the 1990 Acura NSX, Lamborghini Countach, and Ferarri F40 that seem objectively beautiful and universally sexy.
49:30 58 thousand dollars in 1991 translates to 126 thousand dollars today.
Imagine that Mitsubishi rolls out a mid-engined sports car that’s as fast as a Z06, as beautiful as a 296GTB, as practical as an R8 and as well-built as a 911 Turbo. And imagine they start selling it for the price of a Z06. People would lose their minds!
I drove my NSX’s for 26 years in London. I would never buy another sports car. It’s not about the fastest speed, the highest torque, the ability to impress the women, it’s about the balance of all parameters that makes you want to drive that car. In my case I just loved driving it. Nothing more, nothing less.
I feel the same about mine now. I will never get rid of it willingly.
Thanks!
This is incredibly generous. Thank you.
I always wondered what the NSX would've been like had Honda been more "American" with their horsepower output and not so modest. Imagine if they had made a special edition NA market NSX with 350-400 hp, I don't think they would've had _any_ problem selling those.
I agree, when the NSX was introduced I was a bit disappointed with the hp number , a Nissan z turbo had 300hp for almost 1/2 the price, a turbo engine or a v8 with over 300hp would have been nice and improved its straight line speed.
Maybe they could have used " American " suspension as well , or as everyone else knows it , the suspension off a stagecoach .
@@Dad-Gad , everything is straight and flat, who needs a suspension? lol
Gordon Murray, who created the McLaren F1 based on his experience AND brief ownership of an NSX, opined that the bone stock NSX chassis can easily take way more than 400 HP without losing its characteristic sharp handling capabilities. High performance sports cars typically can't take much more than its stock HP without losing that agile handling due to soft chassis. NSX (coupe model, not the -T) was THE exception. He said Honda did it right the first time. Senna had a part in providing feedback which led to further stiffening the chassis by the engineers and Uehara took Senna's advice to heart. Hence is why many NSX owners decided to supercharge their NSX to 500HP and not lose its handling capabilities if they wanted more than stock 290HP. I didn't need all that horsepower so I decided to leave mine stock.
@@willywonka4340 Actually Murray owned the NSX for many years, like 5-7 yrs
great 👍
1:52 Tadashi Kume was such a badass. He just died recently on September 11, 2022.
Dude. Fookin NAILED it. Thank you. KUTGW
44:13 1:05:12 little did Acura’s North American team know that 30 years later, with the debut of the heavy hybrid 2016 Second Generation Acura NSX (New Sports eXperience), the successor would flop and sell less units than an Audi R8, Mclaren 570S, BMW i8, and Porsche 911.
For me the real NSX is the first one the 2016 one i dont really like the design. The 1990 version is a drivers car and a masterpiece! Great video, congratulations!! Cheers from Portugal
good history ! the sound bass difficulty to heard it !
Pros:
The video is really detailed. Hands down on that 🙂🥰.
Cons:
You forgot the say the lines at the end of video: "If you liked this video share and click the notification bell, bla5x. Thanks for Watching." I've around RUclips for the past few years now, since 2007 so I seen Everything. This is the common mistake that RUclipsrs like you didn't simply care about it and it makes me sad everytime they ignore this line. So this is my only complaint so far. I hope you will do it better next time.
Very VERY Good video, i do not like those later ( 1h.01m.15s ) headlights on the car!
The best car in the lot and mostly beautiful 👍👌
Genius car designers. Their senior management makes technical decisions, US senior management only knows counting beans.
The full width rear light came from the Millennium Falcon. Dodge borrowed the concept for their new design of the Charger later on.
“Dealerships were selling the NSX for anywhere between 30 to 40 thousand dollars above sticker price.”
Gee. I wonder where I’ve heard that before…
S2000 Video? Love the content.
if you know anything about honda's accomplishments and skills, you know damn well to never doubt them. to them doing sth that is impossible by common sense, logic and laws of physics is but a mere iconvinience. they are without doubt, quite simply the best there ever are, with their products only being held back by the amount of attention these gods can grant uppon their creations.
Cars like the og NSX that could bring that type of driver experience...
Mclaren F1, Porsche Cayman and Boxster, Lotus Evora and the new Lotus Emira and even new Alpine cars. Let’s add GMT t.50 and Mclaren 720 & Solus GT just for fun.
They did their job!....... Cars were never the same after the nsx!
Hey! what's the song in the intro!
The intro song is called “Dreams in Colour” by Casey Wilcox. I found it on Epidemic Sound.
@@Barchetta Awesome, thanks
Oh boy Hondajet!
the TTRue sports Sedan is Audi,Subaru WRX,MITsibuchci EVO the civic &Prelude canot drift and have a FWD sway
30+ years old car that looks like a 2025 model year. ❤️ P S: it’s still all over RUclips
Williams Honda was the best thing to happen to Honda
1:05:24 plug in hybrid..🤔
@barchetta please do the S2000
We need a new, grassroots release of this car. Hybrid and electric cars are a waist of time. Honda made the Civic CX. In 89. How many mpg did it get again? Low tech and still around 50 miles per gallon. No electric motors, no direct injection, no 7 speed transmission. Just pure and simple. And reliable at that
I'm so smart I bought three. I'm so dumb I sold two. My 03 was one of seven in Red Black that year. Stupid! Now I have a 2005 with 25k miles. Not for sale.
If it's good enough for Ayrton Senna it's good enough for me 👍
I love the NSX, but will note that in terms of pure performance on paper, the ZR-1 won out on the test.
This guys a human thesaurus
The XK120 was never manufactured from stainless steel.
Only 5 sold last year..
No F-16 has ever taken off from an Aircraft Carrier.
1:05:23 NOT SO FAST!!!! The NC1 NSX is not a plug-in hybrid! It's only a hybrid super sports car
Hell, while we're at it, a new grassroots fiero would be perfect competition. Without competition the nsx would only be a fluke. The fiero started as the same conceptual idea. They just slowed down because of budget restrictions cause they spent so much on body design.
An f 16 taking of from an aircraft carrier? Umm what kind of world are we living in?
No one noticed this car at a car show until he revved the shit out of it? Really? Hmmmm