1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 87 kg more than 1997 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Testarossa | NSX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |