1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 181 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Maranello | NSX |
Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 478 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |