1990 Honda NSX vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | NSX | Flying Star |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |