1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 107 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F40 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1370 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
