1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 148 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F355 | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 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 | 1350 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |