1998 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
