1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 9 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 326 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 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F40 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
