Comparing Speed: Honda S2000 vs. NSX on Small, Winding Roads

[@Wallstreetavarice]

I skipped out on buying an NA1 1991 NSX because I was worried I couldn't find someone to work on it - it was going to be my first sportscar. Bought a 37,000km AP1 S2000 instead. I still regret not buying the NSX, but at the same time, I don't ever regret buying the S2000 and plan to keep it forever.

[@nysoravideo]

Right on!!!

[@PROofHAPPYWHEELS]

S2k can outcorner an NSX if that makes you feel better.

[@markusluftner8418]

@@PROofHAPPYWHEELS I cannot share this opinion. I have both. My NSX has way more grip.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

yes! Thank you for watching and please share the video with your car friends!

[@solowundesignsbysamdavis9043]

Sometimes I dont feel like getting dressed to go for a drive in my AP1, I then come across a video like this.... I get up, start the car, and go for a drive... Butt ass naked.

[@Popstar.s2k]

With the top down and the leather seats toasting 😂🔥

[@gaboaaa23]

7:30 how can someone hold the wheel like this?

[@DRBLUESNYC]

What's a better way to hold it? Greetings and thanks for watching!

[@gaboaaa23]

@@DRBLUESNYC well, on the point where the steering wheel is carved. 9 and 3 o clock.

[@jfpaul2908]

Place your hands at 9:15. Your hands shall never move on the wheel. This way your brain always know where your wheels are pointing at. Saved me a few times in almost 60 000 miles with my S2000.

[@gaboaaa23]

@@jfpaul2908 exactly! The s2000 has a very small lock to lock wheel ration so basicaly you never have to move your hands, except if you make a 90 degree turn.

[@christianabandabella235]

@@DRBLUESNYC essentially, you need to take some advanced driving lessons from a proper driving coach. The steering was suspect but there were other things, such as trajectory, planning and timing of gear changes and braking etc, with overall a lack of flow. Granted the road was rather technical. This is not a criticism, it’s just to point out where it could get better

[@atqy1690]

I'm an anesthesiologist in CA and I have watched many of your videos on Ultrasound blocks. I happen to own a '98 NSX which is why I think this video popped up on my feed. Very awesome that you are into Honda sports cars as well! I enjoyed all your videos, both work and car related!

[@rickyc6463]

I have both the NSX and S2000 both are so special to me. NSX feels so planted and the S2000 feels like a pure go cart. Always a joy that puts a huge smile on my face when I drive either one. The raw refined engineering used to create these cars by the elite designers for Honda in the 90’s and early 2000 shines through. And unfortunately can’t and will never be duplicated 😢 because of all the new emissions rules and regulations plus the push for EV.

[@elayda93]

New subscriber here! Goodluck with the channel and looking forward with future videos.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Thank YOU! What do you like the most in the videos on this channel>

[@marcratelierbritishmotors5285]

Hi Doctors Blues, I dis not have a chance to compare the two, I have only a AP1 Série 2, nevertheless due to the gauge/jib (Size) différences and engine architecture , on top of the philosophie and technology of this two cars, i can imagine the S2000 is more agile and efficient on twisty small roads when the NSX is better on more open roads Nice video, like the sound of the 2 engines playing together on this twisty roads. Regards

[@nysoravideo]

Indeed! Agree 100%. Which one do you like better?

[@marcratelierbritishmotors5285]

I prefer the Real Visceral Driving Machine, the S2000. Compact, agile, dynamic and on top i have 3 cars in 1, hardtop and softtop up and down

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Honestly - I do too. I have them both, but love S2k more!

[@dvtc8u]

@@DRBLUESNYC the nsx gears are too tall. lower your final drive or change it to na2 6 speed, and you will prefer the nsx.

[@coachfaustopolese6288]

Great video, man the sound of those engines!!BTW nice leather armour!!

[@Driving_Somewhere]

Greetings from Singapore....Lovely video....Would love to own these cars some day :)

[@DRBLUESNYC]

You should! Wich one do you like better?

[@Driving_Somewhere]

@@DRBLUESNYC Both!!!!!!! 😄

[@ryanhill7318]

Both please! Honestly, the NSX would be hard to pass up with the right funds. I havent driven an S2000, but Ive heard they can be a handful (although so can an early NSX). I have driven a '98 NSX and was really surprised by its useable torque.....it was so easy to drive at slow speeds.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Not much to regret. They are VERY different cars. If I could have only ONE - I would drive S2k and watch/admire NSX's looks. Thank you for watching and please share the video with your car friends!

[@ryanhill7318]

I've heard that too.....I feel like the S2000 is more fun to rip around in.....with the power to tear up a track. The NSXs longer gearing is possibly less enjoyable. It's a bloody long car too!

[@InfiniteSuccessAcademy]

Amazing video! However, you never seem to be driving the S2000 at it's limit. It appears you are always keeping a certain distance between the two cars. A bit too much time holding the shift knob and not keeping two hands on the wheel, tells me you are not driving at your limit either. Regardless, I think both cars are, and sound, awesome. I would chose the NSX, since I've owned my fair share of 2-seater convertibles over the years, and pop-up headlights are just so cool!

[@PatrickBarreras]

Why is no one staying in the lines? or drive them like they were built to perform.

[@SuperSedans]

What for? Is it so important? Is additional danger needed here? If no one from the opposite direction is in your way, there is no need to stick to one lane.

[@DylanO0505]

I had the same thought. Going very slow while still cutting the mustard lol.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

GOtta use 100% of the track. It adds another dimension.thrill to the ride. THere are times when it maybe even safer - by allowing you to see a greater distance and any approaching cars from the opposite way. Or the opportunity to maneuver should an animal suddently get on the road from the woods. My sense of it. Thanks for watching!

[@DylanO0505]

@@DRBLUESNYC your slow and endangering lives, be quiet

[@lanceacosta3823]

Prob not their cars and its being filmed. Notice the speedo is censored

[@viperman5069]

ok back in 1991 my friend bought a 1991 brand new NSX, and let me tell you, in this video, the NSX driver is not experienced on twisty's, or just having fun, one thing great about the NSX is its handling, wow!! for a fact, NSX when taking a sharp turn, it doesn't skid or slide, it hop's...then goes..lol..loved that car..

[@wvjon75]

Have you driven an S2000? I own one and drive in group meet ups. Last week I was filling a 97 NSX. It’s mostly a drivers race as they say but the NSX driver also owns an S2000. He says the S2000 is faster through tight hairpins.

[@beauwulf]

I own both a 2005 AP2 s2000 and a 91 NSX. The s2000 is more fun and engaging to drive, but the NSX is more of an occasion to bring out and feels more special.

[@dvtc8u]

you need to practice heel toe.

[@mikeyerke3920]

And getting on the gas way earlier in the corner. Otherwise a good drive.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Lol. YES! That is difficult for a tall guy, however. But I promiss - I will try again! Would you recommend a course for that technique? Greetings and thanks watching!

[@bluedragonbikerskin855]

Ya you aren't doing justice to the engineering with the lack of skill😅

[@SonicProvocateur]

You can hear when the NSX really digs in, but never seems very plussed creating a gap. While the S2k, you seem to be wringing it out a bit more. I passed on some NSX's and Skylines and opted for a Porsche instead. Very happy with mine as a daily driver but an NSX is an incredible machine. Still kinda want a Skyline but know they are murder for parts! 😂

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Great discussion! And great choice!

[@boysenberrydracula3599]

cool cars, thanks! .. not shy to drive on the other side of the road lol

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Lol. Indeed. As they say - use the 100% of the track. ;) Thanks for watching!

[@Oサク]

​@@DRBLUESNYCIt's not a track😅

[@Dethred1]

Nerve racking watching your hand position on ghe wheel. If you ever have to correct a slide, You're 100% going into a ditch.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Lol.Yeah, it is not really track driving - the speed in the video is much lower. So, no ditch. And - in my 40 years of driving - I never had an accident. Two tips I use: 1) Keep the distance 2) Adjust the speed to the road, not to the emotion. Thank you for watching.commenting and greetings!

[@chrispham6714]

Stunt car drivers use that hand position. I guess they are in the ditch anyways 🤣

[@michaeleldridge3606]

Kinda reckless driving. S2000 for the win. Much lower price point.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Thank you for watching.commenting. The video makes it look more reckless than it really was. 40+ years of driving without accidents. My GEICO car insurance in NYC is next to nothing, givne the track record of no accidentrs/claims.

[@fredericberthou]

@@DRBLUESNYCHonda s2000 a de tres mauvaise suspensions d’origine il faut juste les changer

[@kenl0d536]

Beautiful roads! Where is it?

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Luxemburg! Where are you?

[@andrascserenyi2195]

Sir your handling of the steering wheel is soo so bad, if the car slips you will die in 2 seconds. Also there is no rev matching when you put a car in a lower gear, that is terrible for the transmission and the clutch too in general. I kindly suggest to you that go to a driving course with a professional driver and learn these before you make a car show. Also I feel pity of your carz in general no offence. I ve had an NA2 S2000 for 11 yrs and now I have an NA1 Nsx full TypeR spec suspension. on windy roads these cars are nearly equals on track the NSX is better. I speak of my own epxerience, but NSX is a better car overall, and S2000 is a more modern car which is much safer to drive and can handle a big amount of abuse without any problem, but it is good intentioned towards the driver unlike the NSX which kills you in 2 seconds of you make a mistake. That is why I love the NSX more, as it pushes you to get better and focus on driving a 100%. You are terribly slow in turns.. NSX value is curve speed..

[@MrBawkbGawks]

those shifter bushings are beat on the s2k. also dont cross your hands when driving!

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Indeed. Agree - it is a bad habit of crossing hands. But then, this isn't exactly track driving - so there is some room for amateurish errors. ;) Thank you for watching and please share the video with your car friends!

[@carlosalenduran4630]

I miss my 05 s2000

[@DRBLUESNYC]

I would miss mine as well!

[@magicalempire]

If you close the s2000 you will have less drag

[@DRBLUESNYC]

@magicalempire - true. However, I have to admit that I almost NEVER close the top on my S2000. On this day of the video - I drove 8 hours with the top down. It was beyond awesome. The combination of the sound of the engine, exhaust, and road, with the wind in the hair - was truly magical in the fresh air on the hills. Greetings!

[@Wallstreetavarice]

And then miss half the point of the s2000. I rarely drive mine with the top up.

[@KirkwoodImaging]

The drag is worth it. Less claustrophobia, less paranoia (the car has very little sound deadening and can be a bit noisy in ways that are scary at first but normal), and it just feels great.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Agree. Top down is half the fun 4 me. Not only you can feel the road, but you can also hear the engine and its note better. I am biased, of course, as I have spent a life time on motorcycles. While I stopped riding motorcycles, I will never will stop riding my S2k with top down. Two other things I will say: the TOP-DOWN experience with Honda S2k is waaaay better than in most other convertibles. I hate my BMW M240 xi with the top down - it takes for ever to fold the roof. And the wind protection is AMAZING with Honda S2k whereas with my beamer it feels as it has got none.

[@TingTingMelody]

@@DRBLUESNYC Some have said that the S2K is like a motorcycle on 4 wheels, any truth to this? I have an AP1 and really love driving it in the curvy roads here in PA. It feels so right on a sunny day.

[@Dedis87]

Man! Do not operate steeringwheel that way!

[@dealscale]

Old man is definitely not a good driver. The car deserves a better driver.

[@speakersteve9586]

Eh. AP2.. whatever

[@drtone]

Both cars fatally flawed by Electronic Power Steering(or complete lack of in early NSX). Don't over hype these cars. Shame on Honda for this engineering fail. Both engines are also inadequate.

[@DRBLUESNYC]

Indeed. However, keep in mind the NSX is 30 years old now. It is only when one stands next to these beauties that one appreciates how incredible that design was/is. Best regards

[@HashDogg06]

Please elaborate, first time hearing these things being an issue.

[@6mtzhp55]

@@HashDogg06 that's because it's hogwash. guy just runs different cars and is pulling a fox-and-the-grapes.

[@user-ek5nl1jc4b]

I have both cars. They both handle great, and the steering is not a flaw on either. As far as power goes, they both are a blast to drive hard without tons of power. They can be easily modified for more if needed. I have a feeling you have not driven either car to be making such claims.

[@drtone]

@@user-ek5nl1jc4b Your comment confirms you can't drive and are a poseur. Electronic power steering in both cars destroys steering feel, not having the discernment of this is proof you have zero value to contribute regarding the merits of these cars. I've driven countless S2K's as well have built and driven my S2000 race car to many podiums and wins in SCCA and NASA. I have driven many NSX's as well as Comptech supercharged and turbocharged ones. Your channel does not exist, is fake, you have zero credibility or value.