1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 348 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 348 | NSX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |