1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 286 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
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1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 365 GT4 | NSX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 270 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 | 1160 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |