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Type-S:

NSX Type-S (nur in Japan verkauft)

Mit dem Einbau eines anderen Motors ab 1997 gab es in Japan exklusiv den NSX type S (NSX-S) und NSX type S Zero , diese wogen 1,320 kg (norm 1360) and 1,280 kg (Zero) . Beide hatten eine härteres Fahrwerk als der normale NSX.
Die Manschette des des Ganghebels wurde aus Stoff anstatt Leder gefertigt, was unfassbare 20 Gramm brachte. Titan Schaltknauf , MOMO Lenkrad, von BBS leichtere Aluminium-Räder, Recaro-Schalensitz, Mesh-Design Motorabdeckung (wie Type-R).
Type-S ist 45 kg leichter als '97 NSX Coupé mit Servolenkung.
Type-S ist 30 kg leichter als '97 NSX Coupé ohne Servolenkung.

Der S-Zero wurde als track day car ,der sich "wie ein 3.2L anstatt einem 3.0L fahren sollte".
Anders als der Standard Type S gab es beim der S-Zero Radioanlage, Navi und Klimaautomatik nicht mal als Option. Das Fahrwerk war noch härter als beim Standard Type S durch Verwendung des NA1 Type R (1992 to 1995) Aufhängung , aber de dickeren hinteren Type S Stabilisators.

In Detail

engine Mid quer V6
valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl w/VTEC
fuel feed Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
hubraum 3179 cc / 194.0 in³
bore 93 mm / 3.66 in
stroke 78 mm / 3.07 in
compression 10.2:1
power 208.8 kw / 290 bhp @ 7100 rpm
specific output 91.22 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 207.14 bhp per tonne
torque 303.7 nm / 224 ft lbs @ 5500 rpm
redline 8000 u/min
body / frame Unit Aluminum
front tires 215/40R17 83Y
rear tires 255/40R17 94Y

front brakes Vented Discs w/ABS
f brake size xxx mm / in
rear brakes Vented Discs w/ABS
r brake size xxx mm / in
front wheels F 43.2 x 17.8 cm / 17.0 x 7 in
rear wheels R 43.2 x 22.9 cm / 17 x 9 in
steering Rack & Pinion w/Variable Power Assist
f suspension A-Arms w/Coil Springs, Tube Shocks, 18.3mm Anti Roll Bar
r suspension A-Arms w/Coil Springs, Tube Shocks, 17.5mm Anti Roll Bar
gewicht 1400 kg / 3086 lbs
radstand 2530 mm / 99.6 in
front spur 1510 mm / 59.4 in
rear spur 1540 mm / 60.6 in
länge 4425 mm / 174.2 in
breite 1810 mm / 71.3 in
höhe 1170 mm / 46.1 in
gänge 6-Speed Manual
gear ratios 3.066:1, 1.956:1, 1.428:1, 1.125:1, 0.914:1, 0.717:1, :1
final drive 4.062:1
top speed 281.6 kmh / 175 mph
0 - 60 mph 5.5 seconds
0 - 100 mph 12.2 seconds
0 - 1/4 mile 13.4 seconds
drag 0.30 Cd

NSX Type-S:

Die Kohlefaser-Recaros sind in Orange und Schwarz gehalten. Front Federraten sind mehr als doppelt so fest wie beim 3,2 liter (Heck, Federrate sind bis zu zwei Drittel härter). Schubstufe ist entsprechend straffer . Es ist ein leichteres Einmassenschwungrad montiert.

beim NSX Type-S Zero wurde ein Großteil der schalldämmenden Material wurde entfernt um Gewicht zu reduzieren.

NSX Type-S-zero

leichtere und schnellere Version des Type-S - erzielte bessere Rundenzeiten als ein Type-R



(Fortsetzung folgt)

Alex Zanardi Signature Edition,

1999 (wird noch weiter übersetzt )
Eine eng begrenzte Stückzahl von nur 50 Zanardi NSX, "basierend auf dem japanischen Type-S" (kann wohl nicht stimmen, da dieser ja 45kg leichter als der normale NSX ist), wurde 1999 exklusiv auf dem US-Markt verkauft. Auch unter den schon ausgewählten NSX-Exklusiv-Händlern wurden damit nur die umsatzstärksten beliefert, so, daß sogar mancher NSX-Exklusiv-Händlern garkeinen bekam. Der Zanardi ist rund 24,49kg leichter als ein '97er coupe mit elektr. Servolenkung - the 149 lb weight reduction in the press material is vs. a -T which is about 95 lbs heavier than a coupe. This makes it heavier than either a Type S (99 lbs. lighter than a '97 coupe with power steering) and far heavier than a Type-S Zero which is over 211 lbs. lighter than a '97 coupe with power steering.

Alex Zanardi Signature Edition NSX

NOTE: There is a misprint in some of the Acura promotional material for the Zanardi Edition which states that the Final Drive Ratio is 4.6. This is incorrect. The final drive ratio is the same as the regular NSXs (4.062).
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Acura Debuts Alex Zanardi Edition NSX

Miami, FL, Nov. 8. — Acura unveiled its most exclusive, best handling and quickest model ever at the Miami International Auto Show. The 1999 Alex Zanardi Edition NSX takes Acura's all-aluminum sports car to new levels of exclusiveness with a signature series model that comes with a number of distinctive features, including revised suspension and dedicated interior and exterior styling cues.

Available only as a hard-top coupe, the signature series NSX takes its name from two-time CART open-wheel racing championship driver, Alex Zanardi. Only fifty copies of this limited edition model will be hand built — each identified by a numbered, brushed aluminum, signature plaque engraved with Alex Zanardi's signature and located on the rear firewall between the driver and passenger seat head rests identifying the vehicle as one of only fifty to be hand built at the company's Takanazawa plant in Tochigi, Japan. Zanardi himself will take delivery of the first one when it goes on sale in March, 1999.

The Alex Zanardi Edition coupe features a lower overall heft than the standard NSX through a number of weight reducing measures. A racetrack-tuned suspension, lightweight BBS alloy wheels, titanium shift knob and signature series plaque are a few of the key elements that set this model apart. Total vehicle weight is reduced 149 pounds compared to the NSX-T, through the use of a fixed hard-top roof, lighter rear spoiler, single pane rear glass, lightweight BBS alloy wheels, a lighter battery, and a manual rack-and-pinion steering system in place of the electric power steering. Other features available only on the Alex Zanardi Edition NSX include a red-stitched interior trim with suede-like seating surfaces and aluminum-mesh intake covers.

Additional exclusive features include a new titanium-finished center console and door inserts, and perforated suede-like seating surfaces. An exclusive Formula Red exterior color completes the package.

The Alex Zanardi Edition is equipped with the NSX's 3.2-liter, DOHC, 24-valve, VTEC V-6 engine producing 290 horsepower and 224 lb.-ft. of torque, coupled to a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission. The Alex Zanardi Edition takes performance up a notch, though, thanks to the improved power-to-weight ratio. It also boasts a racetrack- tuned suspension system and manual rack-and-pinion steering for increased steering precision and handling control.

The front and rear shock rebound rates have been increased by 99 percent and 31 percent, respectively, along with compression rates that have been increased by 72 percent and 50 percent. Front and rear springs are 103 percent and 32 percent stiffer, respectively, along with firmer bushings — yielding front and rear roll centers that are lower by 0.6 inches in front and 0.3 inches at the rear. A lower overall vehicle height and center of gravity also contribute to improved cornering.

* Production: 50 units -- each with a numbered Alex Zanardi signature plaque
* 149 pound weight reduction from NSX-T
* Front & rear shock absorber rebound rates increased 99% and 31%, respectively
* Front & rear shock absorber compression rates increased 72% and 50%, respectively
* Front & rear spring rates increased by 103% and 32%, respectively
* Stiffer, larger diameter rear stabilizer bar with thicker tube wall Alex Zanardi Edition: 0.75 inch diameter, 0.11 inch wall thickness NSX-T: 0.68 inch diameter, 0.09 inch wall thickness
* Overall height reduced by 0.4 inch
* Front roll center height reduced by 0.6 inch
* Rear roll center height reduced by 0.3 in

Zanardi Performance Modifications Weight difference ( lb )
Manual rack-and-pinion steering (Electric Power Steering deleted) - 32
Firmer, racetrack-tuned suspension + 0.9
Lightweight BBS alloy wheels - 8.8
Lightweight rear spoiler - 3.7
Lightweight battery - 6.8
Single partition glass - 4.2
Fixed hard-top roof - 95

Exterior
New wheel center cap --
Titanium shift knob + 0.4
Aluminum mesh intake covers + 0.2
Zanardi signature plaque --
Body-colored roof panel --
New Formula Red Exterior --

Interior
Perforated seat surfaces with red stitching --
Red-stitched steering wheel --
Red-stitched door lining --
Titanium look center console --
and instrument meter panel --
Titanium look door panel --

Total weight reduction 149

All US NSX Zanardi Edition VIN numbers are in the format JH4NA212*XT000xxx where * is the check digit and xxx is the serial number.

Zanardi edition plaque #00 was a press car, serial number 127
Zanardi edition plaque #01 is the car delivered to Alex Zanardi with European VIN
Zanardi edition plaque #02-#16 are serial numbers 128-142 (in order)
Serial #143 was not a US car and not a Zanardi
Zanardi edition plaque #17-50 are serial numbers 144-177 (in order)