1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | NSX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
