The 160k Acura NSX vs. 80k Corvette C8 .. Which is Really the Better Car?

I compare the Acura NSX to the C8 Corvette and give you my impressions of which car I really like better. Is the Acura really worth twice the price? Which car do you like better?
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[@Zher0-]

the C8 really the best back for the buck but damn NSX IS UNDERRATED AND MYSTERIOUS if I have money ill take tht sexy nsx

[@steviedee71]

I love the C8 but the NSX is as you put it underrated and mysterious and if I was buying a Corvette I’m waiting for the ZO6

[@charliemaybe]

i really want a viper acr, but the drivability could lack compared to the c8 or the nsx

[@justdoinit2378]

I see the nsx in person n they are beautiful. Will definitely turn ur head

[@jamesyoung5610]

@@charliemaybe no doubt, Ace will scrape on any public road

[@charliemaybe]

@@jamesyoung5610 I also mean the gas mileage and the rough ride as well

[@kingslong5937]

Honestly I think it’s crazy how a base model corvette is being compared to like top of the line cars and it’s not even in its final form yet!!!!

[@just_a5.7]

That's Corvette for u I'm 24 but all my life since I was a little kid corvettes have been the car to top ! U have c6 still competing with the 2020s sport cars

[@kingslong5937]

@@just_a5.7 honestly for me I want a Camaro SS1LE but by the time I’ll be able to get it GM will be getting rid of the Camaro 😑 maybe I can convince my mom to give me hers LMAO

[@just_a5.7]

@@kingslong5937 I want a trackhawk for my future kids and the track lol

[@kingslong5937]

@@just_a5.7 lol that’ll be out of the budget but I need a 3rd pedal anyways I don’t care for AUTOS that much

[@darrengarcia4937]

@@just_a5.7 after being in a monster C6 ZO6 i can say for sure in terms of performance they are top of the line but you still have that 2000s GM plastic. The C7 was really a step up but sadly no LS7

[@mrgold3591]

Corvette would be my daily driver. The NSX would be my garage Queen collector's item. I can see the 2nd Gen NSX increasing in value years from now like the 1st Gen NSX is doing now.

[@MrAhkhan89]

Everything about NSX is cool other than honda civic infotainment screen.

[@5ohdaddy_95]

True like what the hell

[@JeepCherokeeful]

For 8x the price it better be!

[@bradenfouts3169]

And the V6

[@nigmosh65]

As long as it has Apple Carplay

[@bv6241]

Everything about the C8 is cool other than I pass 6 of them every time I drive through town.

[@slicksavage9839]

I think corvette really executed the integration of the middle console and the infotainment center, it really changes the normal mundane look of what you’re used to seeing in most cars.

[@RacerX9]

I agree with you

[@HeathsHobbyLobby]

@@RacerX9 can you do a 60 to 130 test on the C8 corvette?

[@JacobMueller]

HVAC happy trail.

[@FFE-js2zp]

@@HeathsHobbyLobby Dragy has a few just under 11 secs 60-130.

[@GhostOutTheShell3035]

Nice car with a Dinosaur in the cabin. No thanks 💯

[@damaylaphoenix1155]

the real beauty of the NSX is the gas mileage! For a super car is magnificent !

[@cripplindepresh1288]

🤣

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

Agreed! I get 24-26mpg on my 2018 NSX that's making 720hp tuned on 100 octane fuel LOL

[@damaylaphoenix1155]

@@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA Awesome , im waiting patiently to get one

[@superrdg]

Yea because when I spend 160k on a super car I definitely care about saving a few dollars at the pump

[@rrrriajiii]

@@superrdg you'll spend less time going to a gas station though

[@sandyspears9197]

I've had 4 different corvettes and although sharp and fast, the last one (2003? Z06) fell apart regardless of how meticulous we kept the car well maintained. Was always in the shop for steering, brakes, etc and all kinds of issues before hitting 50,000 miles. Chevrolet did a good job with this one but after owning Acuras the past 19 years I will never own a Chevrolet again. The NSX is a dream machine in my opinion. Even though the NSX cost more than that beautiful Corvette, the NSX will no doubt last many years longer and is well worth the extra cost. Acuras are built very well. This is just my opinion but based on my experience and others who have owned a Corvette over the past 20 or so years. I do enjoy your videos. You have a dream job ha ha! Ride on!

[@johnnyangel1455]

The Vette. What is book? 42k?

[@shphrd1]

I had a 2002 Z06. For the first 160,000 miles the only thing that broke was the water pump and the steering wheel locked up once.

[@RoyalViking465]

Love the new Vette GM hit a homerun.... hoping the Viper makes a comeback.

[@hanswurst6742]

One can only hope. But probably not. Or it's gonna be some electric bullshit. Definitly not the same. Car industry sucks more the older I get. Now that i can afford cars, I don't like most of them..

[@kylealton4347]

Mid engine 10cylinder viper 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@c.s.n.7695]

Sadly that won't happen under Stellantis ownership

[@kooley2498]

@@hanswurst6742 cops some old schools and get them worked on and put em car shows, maybe you’ll get more outta your money that way

[@kylealton4347]

@Dustino Pho ik it's ridiculous. Besides. Dodge has so many trims of the challenger and charger already. And they have super fast SUVs. The only reason Chevy can make the Corvette is cuz all they have is the Camaro. So it's like what do you want? Sporty or more sporty? With dodge and jeep it's like 🤷🤷🤷🤷 and like a lot of people figure why get a two seat viper when I can have a 700hp 5 seater for the same price

[@nerineri7083]

Finally!!! A side-by-side comparison of my 2 dream cars! BUT, I'll take the NSX over the C8.

[@RichSutherlandBB]

You can get lightly used nsx for around $120k if you look and are patient and that’s pretty damn close to what c8’s are going for with dealer markups still. Something to think about

[@grahamstefaan]

Wrong.

[@RichSutherlandBB]

@@grahamstefaan lol spend 30 seconds searching on auto tempest you clown. there are 5 NSX’s for sale for $120k right now. And more c8’s for well over $100k than you can count.

[@grahamstefaan]

@@RichSutherlandBB only a fool pays dealer markups. Can't compare a used nsx to a new c8 z51. Even still, it's 40-45k less. I'd hate to own a hybrid long term where corvettes have had bulletproof reliability.

[@RichSutherlandBB]

@@grahamstefaan $45k less? You see any c8 z51’s for sale for $75k? And that hybrid is a Honda. They’ve been out for years now and are insanely reliable. Lol are you just making numbers up for fun at this point

[@3razyy577]

@@grahamstefaan mf thinks chevy is more reliable than a v6 honda😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@erickposada6772]

ACURA NSX 🔥🔥🔥MY DREAM CAR 🔥🔥🔥

[@mannygarcia1810]

Great review, I'm a car junkie and know this two cars in and out and you nailed each detail very well. NSX for me btw!

[@garyfuller7851]

You’re so lucky to get to drive these cars! I’m envious! Great review again as always!

[@767stick]

Great video. Thanks for the honest evaluation. C-8 pretty much rules and has been a total game changer in the supercar market. There have only been a few cars in history that have done that. The C-8 is a grand slam home run by Chevrolet. I believe this is the product you get when a huge company trusts their top engineers and designers to create a masterpiece... and when you add in the price controls and restraints, it is truly an American win-win. I have a C-8 and it is incredible!

[@kennybeaudry7454]

You're lucky enjoy that monster

[@spongy179]

Wdym by "rules"?

[@vaughnsspookyvlogs5914]

The C8 is definitely the #1 bang for your buck when it comes to sports cars and it can hang with most supercars

[@R34GTRR35]

The Vette is a poo

[@jaimecorrea6854]

Can’t hang with the nsx thou

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

Disagree. A used R35 GT-R would be a better spend and walks circles on any C8.

[@vaughnsspookyvlogs5914]

@@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA hater

[@ericship8383]

@@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA no r35 is gonna walk a c8 dude a c8 would destroy the nismo gtr

[@SovereignKnight74]

That C8.. is SERIOUS! I'd get the C8 and feel good saving so much cash from buying the NSX! Price vs Performance, the C8 is superior! Great review Racer X!

[@RacerX9]

Yes love the C8 .. with ya on that

[@RedmanLS3]

Nah. That acura gonna be more of an investment then that chevy

[@lilcourtny08]

@@RedmanLS3 a Acura as a investment? Lol

[@RedmanLS3]

@@lilcourtny08 yeah nigga. It has better value and reliably. And I'm a chevy guy

[@lilcourtny08]

@@RedmanLS3 so, next time you see a car auction look for how many Acuras come cross the stage. Probably none. A 1967 Chevy Corvette sold at auction for 3.4 million in 2013. Obviously you don't know what type of cars that are investment, I promise you none of them are Acuras. Collectible and rare and will bring in over million at auction is not what a damn Acura is. Hell a 1970 Chevy Chevelle brought in 400k at auction, 1969 camaro sold for over a million at auction. Nobody is going down that type of money on damn luxury version of a Honda. You must be under 21. Old Mopar cars, Fords ,and Chevys bring in more money at auctions

[@cctoronto]

Sir RacerX, dude!-great presence on the screen and really dynamic presentation! Tons of energy! Huge kudos to you. If I may make a small suggestion-check into a lapel mike, it would make you so much easier to hear you! There are tons of options available. Thanks for the great review.

[@Verdiz700]

Thank you so much from the Netherlands, I love that Corvette C8! I did get a lot of good information, well done Sir. 👌🧡

[@snapchatsnacks3154]

Do they sell the C8 in the Netherlands ? If not is it illegal or is it just not sold because of low demand.

[@hu3.789]

It makes sense for the NSX to have a neutral driver position. Since the Acura is made more for export, it is easier to make a right hand drive version of the car if it has a neutral driver position. The Corvette is make for the American consumer so making the cockpit more driver centric makes sense.

[@RacerX9]

Perhaps there’s something to that

[@russellreed2073]

great point

[@speterbilt]

The corvette was designed for left & right hand drive

[@Howdy762]

nope. the c8 is made in right hand drive and is exported as well.

[@JBsC6]

I chose the c8 z51 and hav it as my daily driver with 5600 miles in the past 7 months. Fun review and the nsx is a nice sports car as well

[@Kheeri]

Since you use it as a daily driver, what’s the gas mileage like for you? And do people come up to you a lot when you go grocery shopping or something lol.

[@JBsC6]

People love the corvette c8 and it gets a lot of compliments. Im not sure about the gas mileage yet its most likely 15 around town 27 mpg on the highway..,plenty of trunk space front and rear. Love the targa top being removed now that spring weather is here. Fabulous daily driver quick and excellent handling up around the mountains too

[@Kheeri]

@@JBsC6 Sorry for the late response, but has it been running fine in bad weather conditions like rain and snow? Being that it’s a RWD, I would be worried about driving it in rain/snow.

[@JBsC6]

No problems with my corvette as a daily driver and that includes rain and snow. Surely I wait a day after the 27 inch snow storm we had this winter when the town plowed but the day after the storms seems to be fine. Ive been driving rear wheel drive cars as far back as the mid 1970s...we didnt have abs brakes or active handling back then. We just drove carefully rear mid engine cars made great rally cars back then before awd. My lancia scorpion turbo back in the late 1970s and throughout the 1980s was pretty good in the snow too. Dont drive likea jack @$$ ...be careful, leave plenty of space between you and the car in front of you which are basic rules of driving in the rain and snow no matter what kind of car you drive and youll be fine. In my opinion the vehicles I tend to see off the road in snowy conditions often are cuv s where the idiot owners think because they have awd they can speed which ultimately bites them in the @$$. Awd doesnt make you any better at stopping or cornering in the snow, awd tends to just help you accelerate better in snowy conditions. Rain was fine with the c8 as well. Again just use common sense and drive appropriately for the road conditions. Ive driven corvettes for a quarter of a million miles and that includes winters. Id probably say I stayed home maybe 3 days a year total because of snow but I would have done that no matter the vehicle I drove. Im driving over 4 decades. Havent had an driving accident in decades. Use common sense in driving. Appropriately. When I was growing up and driving as a young man we all drove rwd cars...awd jeeps werent really a thing back then. Front wheel drive cars were pretty rare too..certainly not cars we teenagers wanted, only today people think awd and front wheel drive is mandatory to survive...

[@Kheeri]

@@JBsC6 appreciate the response, thank you man!!

[@billiebuckamer8189]

Wow, one of the best reviews on Utube. I can’t believe I watched the whole video. Keep up the great work!

[@Webhead787]

As an Acura TLX aspec owner NSX is my dream car. One day I saw one and it was striking I love the headlights. C8 is still nice.

[@mikel2345]

I had an NSX back in the day, freaking awesome ride

[@nathanaelcole8466]

I have been wanting to see this comparison for a while. Gotta say, did not expect you to be doing it Racer X, but I'm pleasently surprised, this will be good.

[@RacerX9]

Hope you enjoyed the comparison

[@SwapBlogRU]

What I find incredibly interesting is that history is pretty much repeating itself here. If we remember the late '90's, a new Corvette cost 40-45K and it had 350 odd horsepower, the NSX was 290 horsepower and cost about twice the price of the Corvette. Fast forward to 2021 - oh my God would I like to be able to buy an OG Honda/Acura NSX (NA1/NA2) for the same kind of money that C5 Corvettes are currently trading for.

[@SRT-ow3cq]

I am a mopar guy but I really do like the C8. Gorgeous car.

[@RacerX9]

Me too buddy

[@SRT-ow3cq]

I think it would be nice if chrysler took the me412 and replaced the Mercedes v12 with a v10 viper or hellcat engine. It's a shame they had to throw away all that technology away. It was a gorgeous car.

[@Mgaret03]

People are talking about: "Gee can get two c8's for an NSX!" Compare the electric C8 (and price) to the NSX for a fair fight. The point of a NSX isn't just to go fast and look good for as cheaply as possible but to do it with a hybrid drivetrain and awd. BTW these are my two fav cars out right now.

[@Neoyorchese]

Hybrid train is very attractive for an option. I was more an NSX fan in the 90s but Vettes have become a viable option.

[@bobbya8622]

That red and black Vette looks amazing! The NSX is something special too!

[@jamesaron1967]

Looking forward to the Z06!

[@QuietStormX]

In a few Monts like the C8R you see and gear on track...

[@willdavids7075]

No comparison NSX please and thank you!

[@endall39]

But for mechanical complexity (future reliability and expense issues) I would pick the Acura. It's more rare/exotic, and the C8 is going to become quite ubiquitous.

[@hakunamatata4517]

I could hardly wait to see that twin turbo mustang content 👍🏾you're one of my favorite car channels you show and tell Thank you for everything you've taught me.

[@just_a5.7]

I think rt life will be a better more unique one but we shall see

[@GbOOgiZ]

I bet Ford has a 5.0 Ecoboost ready....Ford techs playing chicken with the industry.

[@RacerX9]

Thank you my friend.. it should be a lot of fun

[@trustebuddha307]

As a fan of the vette, the NSX is hands down the better car. Take them to a track and see the nsx wipe the floor with the vette (and not get brake fade doing it).

[@ct7256]

Agree!!

[@emmijames358]

The Vette is hands down the better of both. Speed is not everything, and that is an easy fix for the Vette. I doubt that NSX even have something as simple as a cup holder.

[@latinoheat49]

I've been looking for this comparison thank you. I'm in love with both also

[@khriebuusou5082]

Everything about Acura is just awsome.... it is just on another level

[@thebigmon]

As a long time proud Acura owner I can say that they are pretty awesome but saying that they are on another level? Nah.

[@paulsawitsky9251]

Take a good look at the electric motors in the front of the NSX. They're going to be in the same place on the CORVETTE front storage compartments.

[@Andy_M986]

You can't really call that a storage compartment though,1 suit case,or squashed groceries,then again,possibly 3 boxes of beer.

[@toddsnake2137]

Great Video‼️ C8 for the Win🏁🏁 Corvette wins on looks also.....such a BAD A$$ Looking Beast‼️💯🚗💨💨💨💨

[@RacerX9]

Yep it’s a beast

[@chrisgarcia5462]

WTF !!... THE CORVETTE IS A WANNA BE NSX AND ONE UGLY LOOKING KIT CAR. LOL

[@Jcorban08]

Well done review! Very informative and helpful. I enjoyed your perspective!

[@RacerX9]

Much appreciated my friend

[@chicano_travels]

corvettes always have the best price. I got my 06 c6 last year in june for 12.5k with only 70k miles although it is rebuilt its my daily with no problems. Best time to buy a c6 is NOW!

[@ryanbridgenanan2098]

I Would pick the NSX every time all the way

[@davidpiccolo3039]

The NSX is superior in every way. Technology, performance and looks. Plus it's a collectors piece that's going to appreciate. In 20 years you will be able to pick up a c8 for 15 thousand.

[@24preludeh]

Exactly! Seen videos of the NSX beating the C8 by several car lengths!

[@thegeneral8133]

NOPE..C8 the best car on the planet for its style, performance, and bang for buck for mid engine car. That is not an opinion. That is a fact.. C8 you can't get your hands on unless your willing to pay much over sticker. The Acura is sitting on showroom floors and lots collecting dust for a reason. Sales are extremely poor all over the world for a reason. The current NSX is not a collectors car because nobody sure as hell is collecting it.....The first generation NSX is a collectors car and in some instances cost more than the current NSX. Riddle me this, why would any sane person on the planet pay $150 for a NSX with the C8 Z51 and C8 Z06 cost less with the C8 Z06 being a super car, sounding like an exotic, that will tear the NSX to shreds for less money...You will not be able to get a Z06 for 3 to 5 years...They will not allow me to leave a deposit now....Sorry but NSX are available at dealerships like sand at the beach bro.

[@davidpiccolo3039]

@@thegeneral8133 the Corvette is a bullshit pushrod V8 stuffed in the back of an ugly plastic dogshit pancake body. The Acura NSX is a technological revolution that is being copied by Ferrari sf90 and the new Lamborghini countach but remember Acura did it first.

[@thegeneral8133]

@@davidpiccolo3039 Yea the Corvette is so ugly and a trashy pushrod V8 that the Z06 is sold out almost 2 years before it's scheduled to be released and 2 months before it's scheduled to be revealed to the world. The Z51 is so terrible that it broke the internet the day it was revealed. People are paying waaaaay over sticker for it, the waiting list is 2 years long lol..lol..lol.. Everyone is copying the NSX huh.....Too bad no one wants the over priced NSX. There are far too many cars better and more desired than the NSX at that price point. Acura tried to get cute and misjudged the market Bigly...They overpriced the car, they got away from the roots of the 1st generation. The Z06 and Z51 will sell four times more cars than the NSX...Not only that but the NSX is about to go away for good if sales don't pick up next year...Sorry..

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

@@thegeneral8133 Style is purely subjective and to some the C8 will be more attractive and to others the NSX. Acura only produced about 1,500 NSX in total from 2017-2022 making them extremely rare. In fact, more rare than even a Lamborghini Aventador which VW Group manufactured over 10,000 models since 2011. There are maybe only 40 second generation NSX currently listed nationwide online here in the U.S. for sale. There are roughly 2,460 C8 Corvettes for sale online nationwide currently and they're are indeed collecting dust as most are anticipating the release of the Z06 model and are holding out. Unlike the C8, the second generation NSX has been discontinued as of 2021 ending the run of NC1 production with the 2022 Type-S model that was limited to just 350 cars. All of which are completely sold out. The NC1 NSX 2017-2022 continues to appreciate even fall of 2021 by 20%, while C8 prices have either maintained last years pricing or have depreciated by 11%. The reason someone would choose the NSX over a C8 is quite simple. They have taken the time to research the advanced technology and evolution of Honda's hybrid systems, their torque vectoring and all wheel drive capabilities. They most likely know about Honda's long history of absolute reliability and/or their contributions and major victories in F1 racing. The JNC1 3.5L TT V6 engine in the NSX is a full on race engine built on a collaboration between Cosworth and Honda Performance Development, and is the exact motor that is used in their Evo GT3 race cars. I have personally ran my 2018 NSX in temperatures in excess of 115 degrees boosting for hours on canyon cruises well over 200+ miles at a time without a single issue and I'm full bolt-on with a tune making 720hp. I have taking my NSX to drag race at the track with back to back runs from mid to high 10's and not a single issue. I have ran the NSX on a road course for 3-4 sessions in one day with the AC blowing, full interiorwithout and not a single issue as well. I still get 24-26mpg on 100 octane and beat nearly every exotic on the road and was able to stay a car and a half behind a Plaid S from a 40-130mph roll. Let's see a C8 do this! Meanwhile, the C8 as David Piccolo has stated, is simply a rehashed pushrod V8 that is now mid-mounted with a DCT and a somewhat questionable body design that in my opinion missed it's mark. The C8 has an identity crisis going on for sure. It appears that a Camaro 1LE raped a Ferrari 360 Modena and out came this bastard child C8. Hideous in my opinion. The C7 is much better IMHO. Quite frankly, the classic 60's and 70's Vettes were some of my favorites from GM. The styling was much better on the older models.

[@danielcrowder8841]

Your such a cool guy man. Love the content.

[@MTB_Rider_96]

I've drive both - I spent a lot more time in the 2018 NSX, but I was lucky enough to drive my neighbors new Corvette, and I can tell you for sure that there are Way more differences than similarities. It's quite a stretch to compare them and find similarities. It a track test also, the NSX out-performs the Corvette buy a wide margin. 3 electric motor/V6 Hybrid compared to a Non-Hybrid V8 - yeah, not much to compare.

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

I own a 2018 NSX and have driven the C8 my sentiments exactly.

[@Poppa_82]

Corvette is comming out with a hybrid next year....I'd rather have a V8 Corvette hybrid for half the price than an over priced V6 Honda NSX

[@southeastdaygo6193]

I personally would choose the NSX just based on the you don't see them factor.. The NSX has some sick colors too that crazy yellow and orange

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

An NSX is a daily driver for rich people. The Corvette is the daily driver for all people.

[@gaddyify]

Are you serious????????

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

@@gaddyify yeah, in the financial sense. The NSX is a great car. The Corvette by the shear production numbers is the people's supercar.

[@ranmashin]

Neither are daily cars

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

@@ranmashin the Vette is a daily car. Millions including myself drive them daily. They get excellent mpg.

[@timothystokes8222]

Just because you drive it everyday doesn’t mean it’s a daily driver no sports car should be driven daily

[@charterd]

Other car reviews says NSX is 2.9 seconds, plus NSX durability stands out as well so there is really no comparison in this department, please do a racing test b/w these two.

[@767stick]

OK, for sake of argument, lets say NSX goes 0-60 in 2.9 seconds. I can buy a base C-8 for $61K, add performance exhaust for $1200 (495 HP) and have a 0-60 in 2.9 second supercar. So you say the NSX lasts longer? I can buy almost 3 C-8's for your 1 NSX.

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

@@767stick I can buy a 20 year old Honda Hatch for $5K build a B16A motor strip some weight out and smoke your built C8 for under $20K total and the Honda will run low 10's on a 4 banger no FI either. See how this game can be played? How do you qualify 3 C8's being the price of one NSX? Even used base model 1LT with 8K miles on it are selling for $72K on the average right now. 3 1LT C8's would be $216K and $76K over the price of a used NSX currently. By the way the 2017 NSX does zero to sixty in less than 2.9 seconds BONE STOCK and the 2019+ model are hitting 2.7 or less BONE STOCK. Not to mention the NSX is appreciating and will continue to rise exponentially as the NSX has been discontinued as of 2022. The market is flooded with C8's thus making them even more less desirable and causing the typical GM depreciation drop.

[@767stick]

@@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA If you can really do that to a Honda, electric eye, do it! And then market it for say, 15-20%, a $25K C-8 killer ... you could start a little business. If I got my doors blown off by a little $25K Honda rice rocket, I would consider getting one. C-8's are the best supercar value EVER!!!

[@sbklvr]

Awesome comparison. I'd still prob go with the NSX even tho I like the c8 interior more.

[@KRGruner]

Nah, just wait for the C8 e-ray. Won't be too far in the future.

[@Poppa_82]

Corvette is comming out with a hybrid next year....I'd rather have a V8 Corvette hybrid for half the price than an over priced V6 Honda NSX

[@stevedow2740]

I've loved Corvettes ever since I was a preteen. Have owned 3. I'm 73 now and would love to have one more.

[@washredskin887]

damn that Acura is tight af

[@capkarl2]

Just came back from a 6000 mile 30 day road trip. Did Route 66 from Florida to California. Then I10 back. It’s a 3 LT Elkhart Lake Blue and it was like a magnet attracting everyone. We had a duffel bag, 2 full backpacks, a cooler bag in the rear (beer and wine). It gets hot both in the front and trunk. In the front we had a carry on and cleaning supplies. This was the most comfortable ride we have ever experienced we did about 3 to4 hours a day. Options were wheels, front lift, performance exhaust and badges, MSRP 76k. Magnetic ride was not available on the 2020 unless you get the Z51 package (wasn’t interested in tracking and didn’t like the tires) but wish we had it. The front cameras were essential (standard) as was the lift and cooling seats. Previous Vette was a 93 Vert with no luggage space. We actually packed more stuff than we needed. Bottom line, this is an awesome car. The rear phone charger was useless for us as my wife wanted to use the phone for things other than making calls.

[@ReyPereztv]

The rear end of that Corvette it’s hard to look at. The front end is just beautiful.

[@RacerX9]

It's kind of grown on me if I am being honest

[@downsouthlouisiana]

Dude it's freaking hideous!!! I see the front and I'm like damn that's nice!! Then the back... Naw I'm good lol

[@chrisgarcia5462]

The Corvette looks like a kit car.lol

[@jeffreyrogers8151]

I agree. The rear of the Corvette looks like a rental car V6 Camaro.

[@767stick]

True. Unfortunately that is the view most people see. Wish they could have gone a little C-6 retro with the back.

[@sofullcole]

I have been wanting to see a comparison of these two cars for a long time! Thanks!

[@f1hotrod527]

Just can't deny the sound of a V8 over a V6.

[@tommyfrguam]

I'm not rolling in the dough, so I choose the C8 Corvette. I just picked up my 2021 C8 2LT Z51 a month ago and I couldn't be happier. Your comments are spot on, but I like the fact that I could tailor it to fit my likes and budget. I was supposed to be a 2020 model year owner, but I got pushed to 2021, but was locked into the $59,999 MSRP, (with no dealer mark-up), then for $13,000, I added front lift, GT2 seats, Silver Trident wheels, red engine cover, red calipers, on top of the 2LT and Z51 performance package for half the price of the NSX. I also like the fact that I can take my roof off, and not cost me anything extra unless I opted for the convertible. It goes thru the speed digits like the Millennium Falcon moving thru warp speed. For those that choose the 2LT or 3LT trim level, you also get free Sirius XM radio for two years, free wifi hotspot in the C8 for three years (for up to six users if you are parked), and 2 months of On-Star. How about that for a bargain deal? I will just caution you that you will get a lot of attention, so buyer beware.

[@shabagoben9510]

For me listening to both cars as you drove them the NSX had much less cabin noise,and the exhaust note had a more refined note to it. The C8 seemed to to have less of a refined exhaust note and the cabin noise was loud and clunky. they represent their countries identity well, One Cowboy in the C8 and a samurai in the Honda. Great review

[@RacerX9]

I like your assessment.. good stuff

[@thenotoriousc8846]

It’s actually the complete opposite of your assessment. I’ve owned the nsx and now the c8 and it is incredibly quiet in the cockpit almost to being weird for a sports car that goes 0-60 in the 2s

[@shabagoben9510]

@@thenotoriousc8846 OK, Cool My assessment was from the Background noises i heard during the test drive of both autos.

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

Oddly enough the NSX is built in Ohio here in the U.S. and the C8 is built in Mexico. Go figure right?

[@Desolaire]

@@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA Wow, you are confused. The C8 Corvette is made at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The plant has been producing Corvettes since 1981. The C8 Corvette is the first mid-engine Corvette ever produced, and it has been praised for its handling and performance. Here are some additional details about the Bowling Green Assembly Plant: The plant covers 90 acres and employs over 1,400 people. It is the only plant in the world that produces Corvettes. The plant has a production capacity of 40,000 Corvettes per year. The plant is LEED Gold certified, which means it meets the highest standards for environmental sustainability. The Bowling Green Assembly Plant is a significant part of the Corvette's history, and it will continue to play a role in the production of this iconic sports car for years to come.

[@JohnUSA7]

Absolutely, positively and without any doubt the C8 is the much better value. I have ordered my new 2022 C8 and hopefully will have it delivered by this coming fall.

[@itsdirtycivilian2U]

The only thing better on the NSX is the wheels. C8 changes everything, its the working classes super car.

[@lrod8692]

With the ADM dealers are charging it’s no longer “working class”

[@allcommentsmatter6890]

@@lrod8692 not all

[@markgosser9578]

Amen brother!

[@mrjr2207]

I would take the nsx all day the value on the vett will drop in 5 years crazy and the nsx value will always stay up

[@LuisDiaz-gq2nf]

The first mid engine corvette will take longer than 10 year to devaluate dramatically.. it’s the first Mid Engine.

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

Didn't even take that long. Within the last year I have seen a depreciation of around 12% on C8's while I have seen a 20% appreciation on 2017+ NSX models. The fact that the NC1 NSX 2017-2022 has now been discontinued will continue to drive the used prices on them over $200K within a few short years mark my words.

[@itr_cloud]

thank you for a non-biased review of these cars! I am an import fan but I can appreciate ALL cars. I enjoyed your review, thanks!

[@ericb.4358]

I'm still very fond of the NSX in its present "evolved" form, especially with the Super Handling AWD, an Acura feature on many of its upper end vehicles. But yeah, the C8 is just an astounding buy and "Wait 'til next year." when the flat plane DOHC engine appears.

[@Blackdawn80]

The AWD is not the same, it's just 2 electric motors in the front. in 10-15 years the new NSX will be an expensive and outdated mess to repair.

[@DaHatersClub84]

I'll take the NSX. Always had a thing for them

[@sachemrock]

Nice comparison RacerX. Thanks for comparing these two high performance vehicles which take two distinct approaches in engine technology but share a mid-engine design layout.

[@nenepinolero5427]

The difference is in quality and dependability.

[@cw3982]

I’m with you on dependability, but quality? Have you seen the 3LT on the C8? Have you seen the NSX’s joke of an infotainment center. C’mon now.

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

@@cw3982 JNC1 3.5L TT is built in U.S. where is the 1LT, 2LT and 3LT motors built? That's right Mexico. Infotainment complaint? How about a rear axle snapping at a drag strip on a bone stock C8. What a joke c'mon now LMFAO

[@tmichael39]

I like your review style. Very well done. Current C7 owner and have a deposit on a Z06. Can't wait!!

[@vincenthawes8918]

NSX’s are sick as hell!! But, $160K is too much!!!

[@larryc1616]

Respect to both cars!

[@EpicWarDog]

80k for the vette then drop 20k or whatever you feel like in mods then see the results. I would take the Vette hands down.

[@simplecarnivore]

Vette is a wannabe sportscar

[@Mac_DNH]

@@simplecarnivore vette has always been a sports car. Wanna be?....

[@kevinharris1462]

Awesome review. Very informative. New subscriber. So please keep doing what you do. I'd absolutely go with the c8

[@roblockhart6104]

Nsx all day! Has the engineering, pedigree, performance, and design. The Vett has a bit of poor man's Cadillac to it. I love it, but at the same time, it reminds me of when everyone was putting Bentley grills on Chrysler 300's.

[@AugustusMcMillan]

finally got my C8 last night. it instantly became my favorite car ive ever owned.

[@richardcranium9663]

You remind me of a motor trend episode very well put together video man.

[@RacerX9]

Thank you my friend

[@mackcummy4976]

Remember for a 3 liter NA V6 the NSX was still pretty quick even compared to V8 and turbo cars.

[@EPICYELLOWHORSE]

180K for an Acura!? Damn, that's Ghoul territory! 😆😆😆

[@RacerX9]

Haha true.. if only they would actually build it

[@RJZJR1]

Corvette is the clear winner in most categories. Plus an American car icon.

[@satown6354]

C8 definitely wins on bang for the buck, but the NSX is more rare and not as many will own this car. Therefore it will be more sought after. I personally think it looks nicer as well. Keep up the great video work!!!

[@macd3108]

Awesome comparison coming from a Ford Mopar fan I think the CA Corvette is the best bang for the buck anywhere in the world.

[@JasonSmallzYT]

It’s a poorly made car

[@kennypowers9322]

At 6'3" I concerned about headroom in the C8, it looks like the NSX has more headroom, but more than double the price I'll squat 😆

[@alexramirez-zo1fx]

Cleetus is 6'4 he had a blue c8 fit in it just fine you can find his channel here on KZbin ' Cleetus Mcfarland '

[@kennypowers9322]

@@alexramirez-zo1fx I'm tall from the torso up.

[@alexramirez-zo1fx]

Cleetus is a giraffe(long neck). But if you want to be safe best bet is actually sitting in one lol.

[@dynaguy6970]

Im 6’6 and Can drive it all day. C7 could not say the same. Love my C8

[@franklp2183]

Great on on the review! Absolutely love the new Corvette C8... especially the HTC. In full transparency I'm a long time Corvette fan. BUT, I do love motorsports in general and love love love the exotic super cars (i.e. McLaren, Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc). I agree that GM really hit a homerun with the C8... Zora Arkus-Duntov is smiling ear-to-ear somewhere out there!

[@donezzo9058]

I did pick the C8. Don't remember if you talked about gas mileage but I got 28MPG on a 1500 mile trip. I like the NSX but for half the price you can't beat the value and the sound of the V8 vette, just my opinion.

[@RedmanLS3]

That acura still gonna last long then that c8

[@jdduncan5413]

Nice review and I feel much better at my 1LT Price then I would paying twice for the NSX.....No match but then again I have owned my 62 some 45 years so it's all Corvette for this mad man. Thanks JD in Carlsbad, Ca

[@davenamba]

From a performance, styling, and technology... hands down the NSX! Compared to McLaren or Porsche the NXS is worth every dollar! You're comparing apples to oranges, supercar to american muscle. You should be comparing the C8 to the likes of a camero, mustang or dodge challenger.

[@thewholeeventhorizon]

I was considering a C8 until I started seeing two or three almost every time I leave the house. Pass on that now. I’m looking at NSX now. Just wish I’d ordered one when I had the chance. 22’s with less than a 100 miles are over 200,000 at the moment. That’s a lot of money for an NSX but boy do I want one…the extra money seems worth it since I wouldn’t have to see another one every day.

[@ombmuzik871]

The NSX is sexy! As far as performance, it's easy to get more power out of it.

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

Much harder to get power out of an NA car Vs. a turbo car for sure. I gained 130whp with down pipes and a piggy back alone on my 2018 NSX.

[@ombmuzik871]

@@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA that's outstanding

[@ammywong320]

It’s the other way around for price wise in my country, however I prefer the Honda NSX for style, upgrades, mad as bodykits, overall the performance for street racing aids my driving style 😊

[@barstadryan]

That NSX with the check engine light on though

[@andrewh2747]

Like them both Hands down to the C8

[@penguin6204]

Well America is the BOSS in muscle cars. Chevrolet Corvette design, Technology and Value 👍. That says it all, See the USA in your Chevrolet!!!!

[@hitechburg]

I wish I could afford the NSX.

[@khmerxbxboi]

Which car will last longer, repair, and value in the long run ...

[@mdoc3259]

I have owned both, though the original NSX back in 93 and more recently the C7. Based upon your video and my experience with cars it is the C8 that I would pick. Also there are probably more service availability for the Chevy vs the current NSX. I think that is a huge factor as well.

[@davepaturno4290]

The original NSX is not a good comparison to a Corvette. The NSX is made by Honda, while the C8 is made by GM. Nuff said!

[@Andy_M986]

I had a 1996 3.2 Litre twin turbo Legend coupe ,with a F1 chip in it,insanely fast and fuel efficient, only seen 1 other with the same specifications, got it down to the low 4 seconds in the 0 to 100Kph,wish I didn't sell it now,amazing car,only thing that cost me money,was brakes and tyres. They didn't make many of them as far as I know.

[@_VelociDad]

C8 is a game changer. The forthcoming C8 Z06 wide body (in a HTC form for me) is going to shock the world: penultimate affordable super car!

[@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA]

Tesla Plaid S has entered the chat: LMAO

[@michaelgreene]

Can't really compare the quality of the car with a short test drive but with the Corvette I would be concerned with reliability, fit and finish. Personal experience, friend had a Corvette, 2 generations earlier, with the removal roof. He had to always take it back due to roof leaks. Ended up getting rid of it. While I am a huge NSX fan I agree paying twice a much isn't justified to me.

[@angrydonut1]

Great video, and both great cars. The NSX will probably outlive your grandchildren though. :P

[@Fernuhdo_e]

first of your videos I've seen. loved the review, I had to subscribe keep up the good work!

[@clints8731]

Great review! I'm sold on the Vet.

[@rally_chronicles]

Only thing I don't like is that center divider with all the buttons. I mean how is your woman supposed to lean over?

[@clints8731]

@@rally_chronicles Agreed.

[@robvision3888]

No hating, just historical driven facts. 15 years after an NSX model is discontinued it will be worth more than it's original msrp. 15 years after a Corvette model is discontinued it will be worth about 40-60% of it's original msrp. In theory if you bought a 2005 NSX and drove it for for 15 years and sold it on it's 16th year you'll make all of your money back with profit on top. You beat the system and paid yourself by buying and driving that NSX. The 2005 NSX MSRP is $89k.... in the year 2021 the average price of a used 2005 NSX is $140k. If you sold that 2005 NSX today and calculate for inflation between 2005 and 2021 you get all of your money back and still pocket $19,600. The main reason; the NSX is rare (in America) and the Corvette is more of a common car. Just my 2 cents about the value proposition of these two very fine vehicles. A C7 LT2 owner here, not a biased commenter just trying to give insight from a longterm investment standpoint.

[@mattdarbyshire4962]

Show me where you can find a c8 for 80k. Everywhere I look, dealerships are jacking the price up to 100k.

[@thehulk3607]

Prices are jacked due to this crypto bullrun and Covid. Give it a few months.

[@harrisr1018]

I keep hearing this issue and it seems to be a USA problem... I heard the same thing about Honda type r (dealership jacking up prices). This never happens in the UK for some reason and it really needs to change in the USA

[@jason200912]

Find a honest dealer.

[@mshinn13]

My son got a C8 Z51 for $73,500.00 in Charlotte, NC. Hendrick Motor Sports. He received it in November 2020, he could sell it now for $90,000.00 from what he has seen. He is going to order a 2022 Z06 once they open up the preorder portal. He has paid off the 2020 C8 and plans to keep it and get the Z06. I get to drive his 2020 all the time, cannot imagine needing anything faster but I am old and no longer a speed freak. I drive a lesser known super car, a 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 😎

[@jason200912]

@@mshinn13 don't forget to account for sales tax.

[@throughdude23]

These cars will pass anything but a gas station.lol. I can make fun of them because I'm too poor to afford them. Great videos man, a true car guy.👍

[@tombrady9385]

I’ll take the NSX, thank you very much...

[@mikerzisu9508]

Wrong choice

[@lrod8692]

Me too

[@taylorc2542]

This comparison really shows how Honda screwed up the NSX. They should have dropped the hybrid garbage and lowered the price, given it grown-up styling, and captured the essence of the real NSX.

[@geoffl.3247]

@@taylorc2542 Enjoy sitting in the rock hard seats of the corvette with that center console leaving you zero room for your knees. You either are a girl or have no balls to be comfortable in the vette.

[@Reaper1008]

I for one, love the look of the C8.. I saw some up in Detroit a while back, when they first released, at the Illinois plant. Now, starting to see them here in Georgia, Great looking car.

[@ken3923]

I don't think they make Corvettes in Illinois

[@southern_car_enthusiast]

@@ken3923 yeah, I don't know why I put Illinois.. I meant to put Michigan.. Detroit