1953 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 680 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 340 Spider | NSX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
