And if one looks at a modified NSX, then it should again be compared witha modified 996tt in which case the 996tt will win again. Only thing as modifications go is that modifying the NSX could well be cheaper than modifying the 996tt,,,

 

I think modding the TT is much cheaper than the NSX if you want to get some more power. To get another 50+ hp out of the TT will cost you $1600 (ECU tune) out of the NSX ($10K).... only advanatge is the exhuast pricing, the TT exhaust market is kinda out of control....

 

If you're going for pure looks.. I'd go with the NSX.
But for overall performance and feel, 911.

 

The NSX is an absolutely beautiful car....a masterpiece. However, they are totally lacking in horsepower.

If I had a designated highway roll on car then I would love to also have an NSX. But if it is either or, no choice, the TT.

 

The NSX was a great car but even in its day I chose both a 993 and 993tt over it. The 993 actually cost less and offered a lot at that time and the 993tt was one of my favorite Porsches .
By the time 2002 came around the NSX (designed in the 80's) was somewhat dated and the 996tt was years ahead , HP ahead, and simply the better car .

 

One of the keen highlights of the 996TT is it's unlocked horsepower potential when modified. If a 997S has enough power for you, a 996TT doesn't seem to be the appropriate choice of car for you. The nutured power of an NSX seems more your pace. The NSX rides marvelously and carries itself with an exotic appearance to the uninformed masses - much more than a 996tt in my opinion. I've absolutely loved all my NSX test drives until I pressed the go pedal. Please keep in mind, I have different perception of power than you because a stock 996tt is underpowered to me and although I've never driven a 997S, I see no need to. Even supercharged, an NSX barely compares to a bone stock 996TT in terms of performance. Other mods like a chip, intake, exhaust, and headers might give an NSX 20hp tops combined if you're lucky. The guy in this thread selling his $75k supercharged NSX states "about 360rwhp". That speaks for itself.

Get an NSX. I think you'll be happier.

John H

 

seems it could be a worthy contender against a 996 TT
http://autos.yahoo.com/articles/auto...a-NSX-Exposed-

comes at a price though.....

 

The NSX is better than a 996 non-turbo, but not as good as a TT. NSX is a good car as long as its the 3.2 and not the 3.0(its a dog) but it still needs a SC or turbo. Handle great, low maintenance(like any Honda) dencent gas mileage, etc... Drive both cars, see which you like better.

 

I had a NSX years back... was a great car handles great.. but when your not driving it fast.. it feels and sounds like a honda.. at least it did to me...

 

sounds like you've already made you mind up with the NSX, so go with that.

I know the NSX is a well regarded car, but it doesn't do anything for me. There are many cars that match its performance but cost less than half. Slapping a blower on there probably isn't going to be trouble free as well.

One thing the NSX has going for it is that it is unique.

For me, this wouldn't even come close....I think the 996tt is substantially better. My buddy had that guy Shankenfelters old 03 996tt with larger turbos and that thing was plan ridiculous, and looked the part too.

 

LOL even at 4.3 which is easy to run in a TT you're already almost a second ahead and you havent even broken the speed limit yet. You're only in 2nd gear. And after that it would get REALLY ugly.

Problem with the NSX is that you are paying 60k for a garage queen. If you go and put 20k miles on it, you cant sell it for nearly that. The TT is at or near the bottom of it's depreciation range, so you can drive lots more and not be worried about adding miles.