1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 33 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 348 | NSX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |