1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 290 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F40 | NSX |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
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 | 472 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |