2002 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Acura 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
