# Powerfully Engineered Cars The 2017 Honda Acura NSX Offers Impressive Performance On the Road By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-10-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acura-nsx References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/2017-acura-nsx-unveiled-specs/40061/) & [acura](http://www.acura.com/PressReleaseArticle.aspx?year=2015&id=8723-en) The 2017 [Honda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/integra) Acura NSX is a vehicle with a unique blend of road performance, frame design and interior style that makes it appealing to a diverse array of car lovers. This particular vehicle offers an engine output of 500 horsepower at between 6,500 and 7,500 revolutions per minute, and 406 pounds-feet of torque. The drivers takes control of these specs via a 9-speed dual clutch automated transmission that is hooked up to the twin-turbocharged [V6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-z) engine. This drivetrain powers four wheels, with a third electric motor residing on the rear axle in order to offer brake force regeneration and additional power raises. Ultimately, the 2017 Honda Acura NSX is a vehicle that has been shaped together using some of the best automotive engineering minds in the business, and the results are plain to see. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **High-performance Cars:** The increasing demand for high horsepower vehicles with impressive torque creates an opportunity for automakers to invest in innovative and powerful engines. - **Advanced Transmission Technology:** The need for seamless gear shifting and quicker acceleration opens up possibilities for development of advanced transmission technology in the automotive industry. - **Electric Vehicle Integration:** The integration of electric motors in high-performance vehicles creates an opportunity for the auto industry to produce environment-friendly cars with impressive specifications. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Automakers can leverage advancements in engineering and technology to produce high-performance cars with impressive specifications. - **Engineering:** The development of advanced engines, transmission technology, and electric motor integration requires innovative engineering approaches, creating an opportunity for the engineering industry to invest in research and development. - **Electric Vehicle:** The integration of electric motors in high-performance vehicles presents an opportunity for the electric vehicle industry to expand its product offering and cater to car enthusiasts who value performance as well as environmental concerns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Performance Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ioniq-5-n.md) - [Accessible High-Performance Fastbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/integra.md) - [Hybrid Convertible Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artura-spider.md) - [Electrified Supercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-hyper-force.md) - [Hybrid Dual-Motor SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acura-rdx.md) - [Superyacht-Inspired EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acura-performance-ev-concept.md) - [Monstrously Powerful Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hybrid-suv.md) - [Industry-Leading Hybrid Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mclaren-w1.md) - [Efficient Dual-Motor Hybrid Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-civic-ehev.md)