Detroit Auto Show

While supercar world awaited Acura NSX, nobody saw Ford GT coming

The Ford GT, above, and Acura NSX, below, debuted two hours apart. While the NSX had been anticipated for three years, the GT burst onto the scene unexpectedly.
January 19, 2015 05:00 AM
GT vs. NSX

How the two supercars line up

 Ford GTAcura NSX
PriceLikely $200,000+$150,000+
Horsepower600+550+
Powertrain3.5L EcoBoost V-6Hybrid twin-turbo V-6
Body and frameCarbon fiber and aluminumAluminum, carbon fiber and sheet molding composite
Release dateLate 2016Late 2015

DETROIT -- After three years of teasing, Acura was finally ready to show off the production version of the $150,000, 550-hp NSX. Comedian Jerry Seinfeld smiled from the front row as photographers jammed the risers behind him.

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