1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1988 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 365 GT4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
