1994 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | F355 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 363 Nm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |