1991 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | 360 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |