2001 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
