Compare the2022 Aston Martin DBSVS 2022 Acura NSX

The DBS has a standard Birds-eye Camera to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The NSX only offers a rear monitor and front and rear parking sensors that beep or flash a light. That doesn’t help with obstacles to the sides.

Both the DBS and the NSX have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights and rearview cameras.

The DBS comes with a full 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The NSX’s 50,000-mile basic warranty expires sooner.

The DBS’ corrosion warranty is 5 years longer than the NSX’s (10 vs. 5 years).

The DBS’ 5.2 turbo V12 produces 115 more horsepower (715 vs. 600) and 172 lbs.-ft. more torque (664 vs. 492) than the NSX’s 3.5 turbo V6 hybrid.

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the DBS’ fuel efficiency. The NSX doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The DBS has 5.5 gallons more fuel capacity than the NSX (21.1 vs. 15.6 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

For better stopping power the DBS’ brake rotors are larger than those on the NSX:

For better traction, the DBS has larger front tires than the NSX (F:265/35R21 & R:305/30R21 vs. F:245/35R19 & R:305/30R20).

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the DBS has standard 21-inch wheels. Only 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels are available on the NSX.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the DBS’ wheelbase is 6.9 inches longer than on the NSX (110.4 inches vs. 103.5 inches).

The DBS’ front to rear weight distribution is more even (51% to 49%) than the NSX’s (42% to 58%). This gives the DBS more stable handling and braking.

The DBS Superleggera Coupe handles at 1.02 G’s, while the NSX pulls only 1.00 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The DBS has standard seating for 4 passengers; the NSX can only carry 2.

The DBS has 28 cubic feet more passenger volume than the NSX (72 vs. 44).

The DBS has .3 inches more front headroom and 2.2 inches more front legroom than the NSX.

The DBS Coupe has a much larger trunk than the NSX (9.5 vs. 3.9 cubic feet).

When three different drivers share the DBS, the memory system makes it convenient for all three. Each setting activates different, customized memories for the driver and front passenger’s seat positions, steering wheel position and outside mirror angle. The NSX doesn’t offer a memory system.

The DBS’ standard easy entry system raises the steering wheel, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The NSX doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

To help drivers avoid possible obstacles, the DBS has standard cornering lights to illuminate around corners when the turn signals are activated. The NSX doesn’t offer cornering lights. The DBS also has standard adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the DBS keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The NSX doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the DBS’ optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The NSX doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

The DBS’ Auto Park Assist can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, with the driver only controlling speed with the brake pedal. The NSX doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

The Aston Martin DBS comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Acura NSX isn’t available as a convertible.