Compare the2023 Aston Martin DB11VS 2022 Acura NSX

The Aston Martin DB11 has standard driver and front passenger side knee airbags mounted low on the dashboard. These airbags helps prevent the driver and front passenger from sliding under their seatbelts or the main frontal airbags; this keeps them better positioned during a collision for maximum protection. Knee airbags also help keep the legs from striking the dashboard, preventing knee and leg injuries in the case of a serious frontal collision. The NSX doesn’t offer a front passenger side knee airbag.

The DB11 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 DB11 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 DB11 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 DB11’s corrosion warranty is 5 years longer than the NSX’s (10 vs. 5 years).

The DB11 V8’s standard 4.0 turbo V8 produces 21 lbs.-ft. more torque (513 vs. 492) than the NSX’s 3.5 turbo V6 hybrid. The DB11 V12’s standard 5.2 turbo V12 produces 30 more horsepower (630 vs. 600) and 24 lbs.-ft. more torque (516 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 DB11 V12’s fuel efficiency. The NSX doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

Both the DB11 and NSX have a standard automatic start/stop engine feature to stop unnecessary fuel waste and pollution at stoplights and heavy traffic. The DB11 has a standard disable switch for the system, so a driver can keep the engine from shutting off when the vehicle stops temporarily.

The DB11 has 4.9 gallons more fuel capacity than the NSX (20.5 vs. 15.6 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

For better stopping power the DB11’s brake rotors are larger than those on the NSX:

For better traction, the DB11 has larger front tires than the NSX (255/40R20 vs. 245/35R19).

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the DB11 has standard 20-inch wheels. Only 19-inch front wheels are available on the NSX.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the DB11’s wheelbase is 6.9 inches longer than on the NSX (110.4 inches vs. 103.5 inches).

The DB11’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (51% to 49%) than the NSX’s (42% to 58%). This gives the DB11 more stable handling and braking.

For better maneuverability, the DB11’s turning circle is 1.3 feet tighter than the NSX’s (38.4 feet vs. 39.7 feet).

The DB11 has standard seating for 4 passengers; the NSX can only carry 2.

The DB11 has 17.3 cubic feet more passenger volume than the NSX (72 vs. 54.7).

The DB11 has .3 inches more front headroom and 2.2 inches more front legroom than the NSX.

The DB11 has a much larger trunk than the NSX (9.9 vs. 4.4 cubic feet).

To make loading groceries and cargo easier when your hands are full, the DB11’s trunk can be opened just by kicking your foot under the back bumper, leaving your hands completely free. The NSX doesn’t offer a hands-free gesture to open its trunk, forcing you to put cargo down if your hands are full.

When three different drivers share the DB11, 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 DB11’s 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 DB11 has standard cornering lights to illuminate around corners when the turn signals are activated. The NSX doesn’t offer cornering lights. The DB11 also has standard adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the DB11 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 DB11’s 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 DB11’s Auto Parking 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 DB11 comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Acura NSX isn’t available as a convertible.