1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 17 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 348 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1430 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 |
