1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 196 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX. 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. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | NSX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
