1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 456 | NSX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |