1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 6 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 205 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 512 TR | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2976 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |