2001 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 725 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
