jlindy,
The Boxer is difficult to compare apples to apples with an NSX. Much heavier, old technology(derived from the 365 that originally was sold in 1972), and more of a GT type car. 3500 lbs and old style Michelin XWX 215&225 tires, cornering is not it's cup of tea. I got the car from an owner that had spent $$$ toward a restoration so I enjoyed it for very little cost.
"Wow" factor was good from enthusiasts but younger kids had no idea what it was. On a local "ricer" board, some kid had taken photos of it when I was at home depot shopping. They were debating if it was a kit car and about 80% thought it was for various reasons. It was quite funny.
The absolute best part of the car that I will always remember, and regret for selling it, is the exhaust note. Simply incredible.