1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 288 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB 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:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 365 GTB | NSX |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |